energize
verb
en·er·gize
ˈe-nər-ˌjīz 
energized; energizing
1
: to make energetic, vigorous, or active
energized by the coach's pep talk
2
: to impart energy to
sunlight energizes the chemical reactions
3
: to apply voltage to
: to put forth energy : act
energizer
noun
Examples of energize in a Sentence
His rousing speech energized the crowd.
You'll feel more energized after a bit of exercise.
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Melody Wilding, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
Promises of uncovering secret assassination files and naming powerful pedophiles kept the MAGA movement energized for years.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025
As of July 7, electric Uranus is also energizing and liberating you, and alongside harmony-seeking Venus, romantic sparks are almost inevitable.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 10 July 2025
That emotional stance energizes her supporters and turns community fears into a sense of political unity.
—Matt Klink, Oc Register, 10 July 2025
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energize
verb
en·er·gize
ˈen-ər-ˌjīz
energized; energizing
1
: to put forth energy : act
2
a
: to give energy to
sunlight energizes the chemical reactions
b
: to make energetic
3
: to apply voltage to
energizer
noun
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