energetic

Word parts

energy + -etic

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˌɛnɚˈdʒɛtɪk/
• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˌɛnəˈdʒɛtɪk/

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• Hyphenation: en‧er‧get‧ic

Adjective

Positive energetic

Comparative more energetic

Superlative most energetic

1. If something or someone is energetic, they show or involve great activity or vitality.

   Cosmic rays are energetic particles from outer space.

   Those kids are so energetic, they want to run around playing all day.

Related words

• energize/energise