Energy

/ˈɛn.ər.dʒi/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The capacity to do work or to produce power.

The sun provides a significant amount of energy to the Earth.

Vitality or intensity of expression.

She approached her work with great energy and enthusiasm.

A source of usable power, such as electricity or gas.

The company is investing in renewable energy resources.

Physics: The quantitative property that must be transferred to an object in order to perform work on, or to heat, the object.

Kinetic energy is the energy of motion.

In physics, the sum of potential and kinetic energy in a system.

The total energy of the roller coaster includes both its potential and kinetic energy.

From Greek 'energeia' meaning 'activity, operation'.

renewable energy

Energy from sources that are naturally replenished.

energy crisis

A situation in which the demand for energy exceeds the supply.

energy level

A quantifiable measure of the energy of an electronic state.

negative energy

A term used to describe feelings or influences that are ominous or oppressive.

kinetic energy

Energy possessed by an object due to its motion.

potential energy

Energy stored in an object due to its position or configuration.

thermal energy

Energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

High energy or excitement.

That concert was full of energy!

Good vibes or positive feelings.

I'm feeling such good energy today.