energize
Translation
to energise, to invigorate, to stimulate
Examples
A good breakfast can energize you for the day.
A good breakfast can energise you for the day.
The new leader energized the team.
The new leader energised the team.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to give energy to (sb./sth.) A good breakfast can energise you for the day.
Similar Words
Synonyms: invigorate, vitalise, stimulate; Antonyms: tire, weaken, drain
Etymology
From 'energy' + the verb-forming suffix '-ize'. Literally 'to give energy to'.
Memory Tips
Think of plugging in a device to 'energise' it with electricity.