verb
energize
EH-nuhd-zhyz
Energize (verb) means to give energy, enthusiasm, or vitality to someone or something. Example: “A good night's sleep really energizes me.”
verb
1
To give energy, enthusiasm, or vitality to someone or something.
"A good night's sleep really energizes me."
"The coach's speech energized the whole team."
2
To supply electrical power to a device or circuit.
"The technician energized the circuit before testing it."
How to use energize
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo make someone feel more lively, or to switch on electrical power.
UK vs US
Also spelled "energise" in British English.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
energize the crowd
energize a circuit
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Word forms
- Third person singular
- energizes
- Past tense
- energized
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Etymology
From energy plus the verb-forming suffix -ize.
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Rhymes for energize
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What does “energize” mean?
The word “energize” means to give energy, enthusiasm, or vitality to someone or something. In plain terms, to make someone feel more lively, or to switch on electrical power.
How do you pronounce “energize”?
“Energize” is pronounced EH-nuhd-zhyz (/ˈɛnɚd͡ʒaɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “energize” in a sentence?
Here is “energize” used in a sentence: “A good night's sleep really energizes me.”
What part of speech is “energize”?
“Energize” is a verb.
How many meanings does “energize” have?
“Energize” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to give energy, enthusiasm, or vitality to someone or something.
