energetic

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Pronunciation 1.3 Adjective 1.3.1 Translations 1.3.2 Derived terms

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[edit] Etymology

From Greek ἐνεργητικός (energētikos), from ἐνεργέω (energeō), “‘to be active’”), from ἐνεργός (energos), “‘active’”)

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• Rhymes: -ɛtɪk

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energetic (comparative more energetic, superlative most energetic)

1. Possessing, exerting, or displaying energy.

   Cosmic rays are energetic particles from outer space.

2. Of or relating to energy.

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• energetically