energy

noun
UK: /ˈen.ə.dʒi/
US: /ˈen.ɚ.dʒi/

  1. The power to be active; the ability to do things.

    1. I don't have the energy to go out tonight. [ ] [ ]
    2. He puts a lot of energy into his work, often staying late to finish projects. [ ] [ ]

  2. Power that comes from electricity, fuel, etc., and is used to operate machines and provide heat.

    1. We need energy to heat our homes. [ ] [ ]
    2. The factory relies on a sustainable energy source to power its operations and reduce emissions. [ ] [ ]

  3. Enthusiasm and excitement.

    1. She has so much energy for life. [ ] [ ]
    2. The team approached the challenge with renewed energy and a determination to succeed. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

vitality zeal power enthusiasm vigour electricity
energy transitive-verb

  1. To supply with energy.

    1. The sun energies the plants. [ ] [ ]
    2. The new policies are designed to energy the economy and stimulate growth. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "energy" in English means: The power to be active; the ability to do things., Power that comes from electricity, fuel, etc., and is used to operate machines and provide heat., Enthusiasm and excitement..

The phonetic transcription of "energy" is /ˈen.ə.dʒi/ in British English and /ˈen.ɚ.dʒi/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "energy": vitality, zeal, power, enthusiasm, vigour, electricity.

Example usage of "energy": "I don't have the energy to go out tonight.". More examples on the page.