en·er·gize

[en-er-jahyz] verb, en·er·gized, en·er·giz·ing.
verb (used with object)
1.
to give energy to; rouse into activity: to energize the spirit with brave words.
2.
to supply electrical current to or store electrical energy in.
verb (used without object)
3.
to be in operation; put forth energy.
Also, especially British, en·er·gise.

Origin:
1745–55; energ(y) + -ize

Related forms
re·en·er·gize, verb (used with object), re·en·er·gized, re·en·er·giz·ing.
su·per·en·er·gized, adjective
un·en·er·gized, adjective

Can be confused: energize, enervate, innervate, invigorate.
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energize or energise (ˈɛnəˌdʒaɪz) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
—vb
1.  to have or cause to have energy; invigorate
2.  (tr) to apply a source of electric current or electromotive force to (a circuit, field winding, etc)
 
energise or energise
 
—vb
 
'energizer or energise
 
—n
 
'energiser or energise
 
—n

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Word Origin & History

energize
1752; see energy + -ize. Related: Energized; energizing.
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Example sentences
He creates tension with the frame, knowing that the same crackle that fuels
  drama can also energize comedy.
If he can ever be made to contain himself, he can energize the heavyweight
  division and make himself staggeringly wealthy.
These developments energize people to invest in our collective future, and the
  well-being of our planet, despite the economy.
The best and the brightest, people with a drive to succeed, move here and
  energize the entire nation.
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