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energize

[en-er-jahyz] / ˈɛn ərˌdʒaɪz /
VERB
activate; give more life
Synonyms
STRONGEST
animate electrify empower excite invigorate motivate reinforce stimulate strengthen trigger
STRONG
arm enable enliven fortify goose innervate inspirit prime quicken sustain vitalize
WEAK
actify activize build up jazz up juice up liven up pep up pump up put zip into start up switch on turn on work up
Antonyms
STRONGEST
bore calm deaden depress discourage dishearten dissuade dull weaken
STRONG
halt stop
WEAK
deactivate debilitate sap tire weary

Example Sentences

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The race has become a test of strategy: Crockett argues her combative style will energize turnout, while Talarico presents himself as a bridge to moderates and disaffected Republicans.

From Barron's • Mar. 3, 2026

These charged particles energize atmospheric gases, causing them to glow.

From Science Daily • Feb. 17, 2026

Colleagues credit his success at Adventures and future postings running the Animal Kingdom theme park, Disneyland, and Walt Disney World to his ability to energize cast members and to get to know guests.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

His calm demeanor seems to energize the room despite the potentially stressful situation.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2025

The Court's decision was widely criticized by prosecutors and some politicians, and it seemed to energize the victims' rights movement.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson