energetic
Possessing or pertaining to energy.
Example
“Cosmic rays are energetic particles from outer space.”
Other meanings
Characterised by force or vigour; full of energy; lively, vigorous, furious.
“Those kids are so energetic: they want to run around playing all day.”
Of or relating to certain Arabic verb forms that emphasize or intensify the meaning.
Word history
From Ancient Greek "ἐνεργητικός".
Where this comes from
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