energetic

Bursting with vitality

Energetic describes someone or something full of energy, vigor, or enthusiasm.

An energetic person tackles tasks with vitality; an energetic performance crackles with intensity.

The word applies to activities requiring sustained effort: an energetic workout, an energetic campaign.

In physics, energetic refers to high energy levels: energetic particles, energetic radiation.

active

athletic

Physically strong and active

mobility · nimble · spry · bustling · industrious · on-the-go · tireless · restless · hyperactive · fidgety

lively

vivacious

Attractively energetic and enthusiastic

effervescent · exuberant · peppy · perky · chipper · bouncy · zippy · frisky · playful · spirited

enthusiastic

passionate

Intensely emotional or enthusiastic

  • zealousPassionately eager and active
  • eagerIntensely wanting something
  • keenSharp or enthusiastic

avid · fired-up · gung-ho · motivated · inspired · excited · stoked · pumped · ardent · fervent

vigorous

robust

Strong and durable

strenuous · hardy · resilient · muscular · brawny · sturdy · potent · mighty · strapping · strong

zestful

verve

Spirited enthusiasm

  • pizzazzLively, attention-grabbing quality
  • spunkInformal word for courage
  • gustoEnthusiastic vigor

vim · pep · zing · spark · panache · élan · brio · vivacity · vitality · exuberance

Categories
Opposites
physical/mental vitality

energeticlethargic

Lacking energy or alertness

exhausted · tired · sluggish · listless · fatigued

activity level and effort

energeticlazy

Avoiding effort or exertion

inactive · idle · indolent · slothful · passive

intensity and force

energeticgentle

Soft and kind

mild · subdued · restrained · limp · dull

Family

energetically

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G