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How does the adjective energetic contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of energetic are lusty, nervous, strenuous, and vigorous. While all these words mean "having or showing great vitality and force," energetic suggests a capacity for intense activity.

an energetic campaigner

When can lusty be used instead of energetic?

While in some cases nearly identical to energetic, lusty implies exuberant energy and capacity for enjoyment.

a lusty appetite for life

When is it sensible to use nervous instead of energetic?

The words nervous and energetic can be used in similar contexts, but nervous suggests especially the forcibleness and sustained effectiveness resulting from mental vigor.

full of nervous energy

Where would strenuous be a reasonable alternative to energetic?

While the synonyms strenuous and energetic are close in meaning, strenuous suggests a preference for coping with the arduous or the challenging.

the strenuous life on an oil rig

When is vigorous a more appropriate choice than energetic?

The synonyms vigorous and energetic are sometimes interchangeable, but vigorous further implies showing no signs of depletion or diminishing of freshness or robustness.

as vigorous as a youth half his age

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of energetic The single-most important longevity hack to David Beckham’s routine that keeps him healthy and energetic at 49 Alexa Mikhail Personal Finance A woman purchased a vacant Hawaiian lot for about $22,000. Sunny Nagpaul, Fortune Europe, 21 Jan. 2025 But at 85 years old, Edward Villasenor is a strong, energetic and proud man. Ryan Lillis, Sacramento Bee, 17 Jan. 2025 Since then the energetic designer has attracted an extensive roster of clients through both Instagram and in-person interactions alike. Skyler Caruso, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025 The tone of the film also matched Aubrey so much as an artist, and her energetic match was so perfect to me. Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for energetic 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for energetic
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  • Satou Sabally continues to cement her place as one of the most dynamic figures in sports.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 23 Jan. 2025
  • Nicole Kidman and Angelina Jolie Snubbed for Best Actress 4 hr 48 min ago Nicole Kidman, 57, gave one of the year’s most dynamic performances as Romy Mathis, a married tech company CEO who begins an affair with a young intern (Harris Dickinson).
    Nigel Smith, People.com, 23 Jan. 2025
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  • From Ali’s perspective, this story is a quintessential Black ‘Dena story: eco-conscious, family orientated, spiritually vibrant, and lively — even in death.
    Keyaira Kelly, refinery29.com, 16 Jan. 2025
  • Grover Grover is a lively and enthusiastic blue monster who loves exploring and going on new adventures.
    Casey Clark, Parents, 16 Jan. 2025
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  • Our commitment includes the vigorous pursuit of both the North Korean actors and those providing them with material support.
    John Yoo and John Shu, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
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    Ariel Okin, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2025
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  • Wells Fargo was rewarded for its robust quarterly profits and rosy outlook , closing out the week as the portfolio’s second-best holding, up 10.2%.
    Zev Fima, CNBC, 21 Jan. 2025
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    Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
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  • How many of these clubs are currently active in San Diego County?
    Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Jan. 2025
  • Despite having no active role in running the company, Wilson is still Lululemon’s largest individual shareholder – and occasionally a thorn in its side. .
    Jemima McEvoy, Forbes, 25 Jan. 2025
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  • With how aggressive Commanders head coach Dan Quinn has been on fourth down, Fangio has to treat third down like second down.
    Ted Nguyen, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
  • One is that aggressive episodes between the males may be too short or minor to trigger a hormonal response.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 23 Jan. 2025
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  • This part of southern Lebanon has been the focus of cross-border fighting between Hezbollah, the most powerful armed group in Lebanon, and Israel.
    Jane Arraf, NPR, 22 Jan. 2025
  • His position once again puts him in charge of the world’s most powerful military, which -- often at his discretion -- can either engage in lethal warfare or act as a deterrent and a force for peace.
    Ian Pannell, ABC News, 22 Jan. 2025
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  • The animated tennis is only as good as the tennis being played.
    Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
  • Flying high Raspy voiced Pierce Brosnan presented the award along with the animated Mode, who strolled onto the stage and interacted with the actor, who had recently concluded his run portraying James Bond.
    Randee Dawn, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2025

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“Energetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energetic. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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