energetic
adjective
en·er·get·ic ˌe-nər-ˈje-tik 
1
: operating with or marked by vigor or effect
2
: marked by energy : strenuous
an energetic walk
3
: of or relating to energy
energetically
ˌe-nər-ˈje-ti-k(ə-)lē
adverb 
Synonyms
- dynamic
- flush
- gingery
- lusty
- peppy
- red-blooded
- robust
- vigorous
- vital
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Example Sentences
She has an energetic personality. The children are energetic workers. They mounted an energetic campaign.
Recent Examples on the Web Morgan — whose legs may be a little weaker, whose performance is perhaps less energetic than his last run through town — is still marching forward, his strong tonality a marvel. 
Jessica Lipsky, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2022 The night's performances were energetic and, at times, acrobatic as the drag queens got into their songs of choice, which ranged from Beyoncé to Dusty Springfield. Arlyssa Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 8 June 2022 But calculations from the team indicates a neutrino would need a source roughly 1,000 times as energetic as what was observed at AT2019dsg. Elizabeth Howell, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2021 That bled into some better but still not superb Wu-Tang, another strong Nas set and an energetic, but brief, Busta Rhymes injection. Rory Appleton, The Indianapolis Star, 2 Sep. 2022 Of the newcomers to take the stage Tuesday evening, Brown was undoubtedly one of the most energetic and engaging, infusing the night with a performance that was both uplifting and added to the party atmosphere. Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 24 Aug. 2022 She’s the entire package: bright, witty, energetic, caring, and adventurous. Meredith Goldstein, BostonGlobe.com, 19 Aug. 2022 Despite all those disparate elements, the script by Tyler Tice and Shay Hatten and direction by J.J. Perry remains energetic, detailed and focused. Michael Ordoña, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2022 Working with an energetic, bright, fun and diverse group of people all interested in journalism has been a real treat. Jarrette Werk, oregonlive, 6 Aug. 2022 See More
Jessica Lipsky, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2022 The night's performances were energetic and, at times, acrobatic as the drag queens got into their songs of choice, which ranged from Beyoncé to Dusty Springfield. Arlyssa Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 8 June 2022 But calculations from the team indicates a neutrino would need a source roughly 1,000 times as energetic as what was observed at AT2019dsg. Elizabeth Howell, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2021 That bled into some better but still not superb Wu-Tang, another strong Nas set and an energetic, but brief, Busta Rhymes injection. Rory Appleton, The Indianapolis Star, 2 Sep. 2022 Of the newcomers to take the stage Tuesday evening, Brown was undoubtedly one of the most energetic and engaging, infusing the night with a performance that was both uplifting and added to the party atmosphere. Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 24 Aug. 2022 She’s the entire package: bright, witty, energetic, caring, and adventurous. Meredith Goldstein, BostonGlobe.com, 19 Aug. 2022 Despite all those disparate elements, the script by Tyler Tice and Shay Hatten and direction by J.J. Perry remains energetic, detailed and focused. Michael Ordoña, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2022 Working with an energetic, bright, fun and diverse group of people all interested in journalism has been a real treat. Jarrette Werk, oregonlive, 6 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
Greek energētikos, from energein to be active, from energos
First Known Use
1700, in the meaning defined at sense 2
Phrases Containing energetic
Kids Definition
energetic
adjective
en·er·get·ic ˌe-nər-ˈje-tik
: having or showing the ability to be active
The boys are energetic players.
Medical Definition
energetic
adjective
en·er·get·ic ˌen-ər-ˈjet-ik
: of or relating to energy
energetic equation
energetic
adjective
1
as in dynamic
having active strength of body or mind a lifelong fitness fanatic, he remained energetic well into his 80s Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- dynamic
- vigorous
- lively
- powerful
- robust
- peppy
- healthy
- spirited
- strong
- lusty
- vivacious
- athletic
- capable
- energized
- vital
- muscular
- tough
- gingery
- kinetic
- mighty
- animated
- vitalized
- red-blooded
- fit
- hale
- sprightly
- invigorated
- punchy
- brisk
- enlivened
- dashing
- virile
- sturdy
- refreshed
- hardy
- sound
- flush
- rejuvenated
- competent
- rugged
- revitalized
- burly
- beefy
- puissant
- stout
- husky
- strapping
- brawny
- fortified
- mettlesome
- stalwart
- firm
- hearty
- robustious
- able-bodied
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- lethargic
- sluggish
- weak
- listless
- dull
- feeble
- torpid
- faint
- delicate
- frail
- tired
- infirm
- lazy
- indolent
- weakened
- impotent
- languid
- effete
- powerless
- wan
- soft
- lackadaisical
- enervated
- prostrate
- ill
- unhealthy
- wimpy
- unsound
- invertebrate
- nerveless
- spineless
- unwell
- sapped
- debilitated
- disabled
- wasted
- decrepit
- prostrated
- worn-out
- broken-down
2
as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement trying to find the right music for an energetic aerobics routine Synonyms & Similar Words
- lively
- active
- animated
- brisk
- animate
- enthusiastic
- spirited
- cheerful
- bouncing
- playful
- vivacious
- awake
- perky
- kinetic
- peppy
- sparky
- frisky
- sprightly
- jazzy
- zippy
- springy
- vital
- jaunty
- mettlesome
- agile
- gay
- pert
- spanking
- racy
- airy
- bright
- snappy
- eager
- pizazzy
- up
- pizzazzy
- effervescent
- spry
- upbeat
- dashing
- dapper
- exuberant
- buoyant
- nimble
- chirpy
- spiffy
- boisterous
- bubbly
- alert
- nervous
- impish
- on the go
- chipper
- ebullient
- sparkly
- keen
- frolicsome
- wide-awake
- open-eyed
- agog
- high-spirited
- pixieish
- high-strung
- chirrupy
- skittish
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- inactive
- listless
- languid
- lackadaisical
- lazy
- lifeless
- indolent
- inanimate
- spiritless
- vapid
- dead
- leaden
- limp
- lethargic
- sluggish
- sleepy
- unambitious
- tired
- inert
- weary
- languishing
- torpid
- phlegmatic
- apathetic
- languorous
- stolid
- impassive
- dull
- boring
- tedious
- irksome
3
as in vigorous
marked by or uttered with forcefulness the salesperson gave us an energetic sales pitch, talking excitedly about the amazing features of this year's cars Synonyms & Similar Words
- vigorous
- aggressive
- emphatic
- violent
- dynamic
- forceful
- assertive
- muscular
- strenuous
- insistent
- vehement
- compelling
- clear
- striking
- pointed
- full-blooded
- marked
- resounding
- decided
- noticeable
- conspicuous
- unambiguous
- unequivocal
- categorical
- plain
- impelling
- absolute
- arresting
- categoric
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- unemphatic
- weak
- mild
- ambiguous
- nonassertive
- nonemphatic
- equivocal
- guarded
- uncompelling
- hesitant
- wishy-washy
- understated
- halting
Synonym Chooser
Some common synonyms of energetic are lusty, nervous, strenuous, and vigorous. While all these words mean "having or showing great vitality and force," energetic suggests a capacity for intense activity.
an energetic campaigner
While in some cases nearly identical to energetic, lusty implies exuberant energy and capacity for enjoyment.
a lusty appetite for life
The words nervous and energetic can be used in similar contexts, but nervous suggests especially the forcibleness and sustained effectiveness resulting from mental vigor.
full of nervous energy
While the synonyms strenuous and energetic are close in meaning, strenuous suggests a preference for coping with the arduous or the challenging.
the strenuous life on an oil rig
The synonyms vigorous and energetic are sometimes interchangeable, but vigorous further implies showing no signs of depletion or diminishing of freshness or robustness.
as vigorous as a youth half his age