verb
energize
EH-nuhd-zhyz
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.
Common pairings
energize the crowd
energize a circuit
Word Forms
energized past tense, energizes singular
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Etymology
From energy plus the verb-forming suffix -ize.