ENERGIZE Synonyms: 126 Similar and Opposite Words

energize

verb

ˈe-nər-ˌjīz

Definition of energize

as in to stimulate

to give life, vigor, or spirit to a teacher who knows how to energize history lessons with little-known but interesting facts about long-ago people

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Recent Examples of energize Hershiser has been energized by the challenge of learning an entirely new sector with his move into automotive. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026 Communication with team members is a priority, and I get energized by being with the team. — Francesca Cassidy, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2026 Choose from energizing citrus, cooling eucalyptus and peppermint, calming lavender or a variety pack with five different scents – an easy way to add a little luxury to your daily routine. — ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026 High Democratic turnout for House primaries in Shelby County, which includes Memphis, is the latest sign that redistricting may be energizing Black Southern voters. — Clara Ence Morse, Washington Post, 8 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for energize

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stimulate

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Instead, some industry leaders advocate for the US government to become an ambitious early customer, stimulating domestic demand and building a resilient supply chain, mirroring China's successful strategy.

— John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Stronger trade winds help to move warm surface water away from the South American coast, which stimulates upwelling—that is, the movement of cold, dense, and nutrient-rich deep ocean water toward the surface.

— John P. Rafferty, Encyclopedia Britannica, 21 Aug. 2026

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