# energize

/ˈɛnɝˌdʒaɪz/ (US) · CEFR B2 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/energize
Updated: 2026-05-28

## Definition

to give someone or something new energy and strength. You use this when you want to say that a person feels more lively or a machine has power.

For teachers: to provide with energy, power, or enthusiasm. Often used in a figurative sense to describe the stimulation of a person's spirit or a group's morale.

## Examples

- A good cup of coffee will energize you for the day.
- The new leadership team worked hard to energize the staff and improve the company's performance.
- The speaker's dynamic delivery was designed to energize the audience, transforming a room of skeptical listeners into a group of engaged participants.

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