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as in dynamic
having active strength of body or mind
a lifelong fitness fanatic, he remained energetic well into his 80s
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as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
trying to find the right music for an energetic aerobics routine
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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
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Recent Examples of energetic
The energetic, fun-loving boy is also remembered for his love of collecting Hot Wheels and Legos.
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Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 3 Jan. 2026
The helium-3 breakthrough helps scientists understand how energetic particles behave in fusion plasmas and how to prevent energy losses that can shut down reactions.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 31 Dec. 2025
Instead of an office defined by hardware and tasks, the environment functions as a calm but energetic ecosystem that encourages focus and ease.
—Matthew Kayser, Miami Herald, 30 Dec. 2025
Think of it as energetic decluttering before the glow up.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for energetic
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Not because the moms themselves are toxic people, but because the dynamic shifts into an ugly place with mean-girl behavior.—
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The 53-year-old Mladenov has long been involved in Middle Eastern politics with solid expertise in the region’s dynamic developments.—
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Chabada For a livelier scene, head to the main drag along Platja de l’Arenal to find Chabada.—
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The style throughout, irrespective of category, is lively without being hectic, a pleasing postmodern blend of contemporary, midcentury, and roughly Victorian elements.—
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Started from seed, this type of sedum is a vigorous grower, forming a tidy mound with strong, flop-free stems.—
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But a new study, published in Nature Communications in October, says vigorous activity is even more valuable than that.—
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In December, hiring was robust in food services and drinking, health care and social assistance, while the retail sector shed jobs, the BLS said.—
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While the agency did agree to hold an public informational hearing, DEEP rejected the request for a more robust adjudicatory hearing, citing issues with the town and Save the Sound’s applications.—
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Highly active world Enceladus is a highly active world, with a global, salty sub-surface ocean, believed to be the source of its heat.—
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During inquiries, the ICO found 178 active email accounts using passwords identical or similar to those set by the organization’s IT desk when the account was activated.—
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That’s the kind of chance that last season, a more aggressive-looking Stolarz would have used his frame — and frankly, his big-game presence — to turn away with ease.—
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The agency has also faced criticism for aggressive tactics used by ICE agents in executing the president’s immigration policy.—
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Indescribable, illogical, and oh-so powerful belief.—
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Hellyer however noted that for now Iran’s powerful security establishment remains intact.—
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The show's only limit is its imagination, as fans have already seen Captain Pike and his crew delight in musical and animated episodes.—
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The sequel, which has the Ghostbusters facing off with the spirit of Vigo the Carpathian and his profoundly negative vibes, ends in a joyous celebration that brings the Big Apple together while an animated Statue of Liberty stomps to the rescue.—
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“Energetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energetic. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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