energize
verb
en·er·gize
ˈe-nər-ˌjīz 
energized; energizing
1
: to make energetic, vigorous, or active
energized by the coach's pep talk
2
: to impart energy to
sunlight energizes the chemical reactions
3
: to apply voltage to
: to put forth energy : act
energizer
noun
Examples of energize in a Sentence
His rousing speech energized the crowd.
You'll feel more energized after a bit of exercise.
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Aurelien Mangano, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
But in the early stages of his tenure, his forthright nature and competitive energy has proved energizing.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
One person might want help building a more energizing morning routine, while someone else is navigating a health condition and trying to find a lifestyle that supports healing.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2025
Things get extra spicy and energizing mid-month when Mars enters your sign on June 17, revving up your energy and giving you that rare mix of precision and power.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 June 2025
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“Energize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/energize. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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energize
verb
en·er·gize
ˈen-ər-ˌjīz
energized; energizing
1
: to put forth energy : act
2
a
: to give energy to
sunlight energizes the chemical reactions
b
: to make energetic
3
: to apply voltage to
energizer
noun
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