high-energy

adjective

high-en·​er·​gy ˈhī-ˈe-nər-jē How to pronounce high-energy (audio)
1
a
: having such speed and kinetic energy as to exhibit relativistic departure from classical laws of motion
used especially of elementary particles whose velocity has been imparted by an accelerator
b
: of or relating to high-energy particles
2
: yielding a relatively large amount of energy when undergoing hydrolysis

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The X-rays from Chandra (in red) show young, massive stars illuminating the wreath and sending high-energy light into interstellar space. Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 20 Dec. 2024 This consistency across our venues fulfills our brand promise: delivering the unique, high-energy CATCH experience in each market while adapting to the local vibe. Caroline Tell, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024 The 23-year-old has more than 19 million followers across his various platforms due to his high-energy content around online video games such as Tom Clancey’s Rainbow Six: Siege and others. Caitlin Huston, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Dec. 2024 Both contestants had the chance to do one slower song and one more high-energy hit, ensuring that each got to play to their strengths. Lauren Huff, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for high-energy 

Word History

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of high-energy was in 1934

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“High-energy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-energy. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

high-energy

adjective
: yielding a relatively large amount of energy when undergoing hydrolysis
high-energy phosphate bonds in ATP
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