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energetic Definition

en·er·getic (en′ər jetik)

adjective

of, having, or showing energy; vigorous; forceful

Etymology: Gr energētikos

energetic Related Forms

en′·er·geti·cally adverb

energetic Synonyms

energetic

modif.

vigorous, dynamic, industrious, forceful; see active 2, dynamic. See syn. study at active.

energetic Usage Examples

Modifying Another Word

  • hugely: Of course, it is theoretically possible that a hugely energetic particle could come blasting through your memory and take out multiple bits.
  • highly: Based from modern, cutting edge Birmingham city center office, you will be joining a dynamic, fast paced and highly energetic team.
  • sufficiently: They're also pretty enthusiastic and perhaps sufficiently energetic to want to tell all on the site for their Awards entry.
  • typically: Later on Richie Binn's played a typically energetic set.
  • extremely: Scientists believe that these GRBs originate when an extremely energetic supernova, called a hypernova, occurs.
  • equally: From Irish girl dancers to the equally energetic Sikh drum and dance group.

Preposition: with

record: The successful candidate will be ambitious and energetic with a proven track record in healthcare or pharmaceutical sales within the UK.

Adjective complement with noun phrase

  • do: I always find it hard to fit in and would rather do something more energetic!
  • feel: Whenever Hurley feels the least bit energetic, she is taking Hindu lessons, the mother tongue of Nayar.
  • make: The character's energy has to fight the urgency of the plot and the urgency of the plot makes the character more energetic.

Modifies a noun

  • particle: The most energetic particles reach the Earth in just eight minutes.
  • self-starter: We're looking for an energetic self-starter who is proactive in driving revenue, increasing client base, and selling for Crosby.
  • electron: These energetic electrons generate multiple charges in the CCD resulting in a modest gain of a few hundred.
  • photon: Otherwise, the energetic photons would dissociate the molecules.
  • pursuit: Many surfing competitions are held here but it is also perfect for the less energetic seaside pursuits.
  • dancing: Ellie and Frank gave us just the right comedy touch and the energetic dancing of Queenie had to be seen to be believed.

Used with adjective complement

  • feel: One hot morning, feeling unusually energetic, we caught the number 10 bus to Coral Bay.
  • get: If it all gets too energetic, you could always do a hiking pub crawl and raise a glass to the virgin huntress.
  • sound: If this sounds too energetic, take it easy, with the warmest welcome in the world, fortified by Tasmania's abundant seafood.
  • seem: Nestled in a bowl, these fruits don't seem terribly energetic.

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