Added 8 October 2026
energetic
/ˌɛn.əˈdʒɛt.ɪk/ adjective
In Latin: vegetus, nāvus, actuōsus Wiktionary
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Possessing or pertaining to energy. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}
Cosmic rays are energetic particles from outer space.
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Characterised by force or vigour; full of energy; lively, vigorous, furious.
Those kids are so energetic: they want to run around playing all day.
- Having powerful effects; efficacious, potent.
noun
- Any material used for its release of energy, either as an explosive, propellant, or for pyrotechnic effects.
Origin
From New Latin energeticus (16th c.), or its source, Ancient Greek ἐνεργητικός (energētikós), from ἐνεργέω (energéō, “to be active”), from ἐνεργός (energós, “active”). By surface analysis, energy + -etic.
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