Energy Definition & Meaning
energy
- noun
- (physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs; "energy can take a wide variety of forms"
- forceful exertion; "he plays tennis with great energy"; "he's full of zip"
- enterprising or ambitious drive; "Europeans often laugh at American energy"
- an imaginative lively style (especially style of writing); "his writing conveys great energy"; "a remarkable muscularity of style"
- a healthy capacity for vigorous activity; "jogging works off my excess energy"; "he seemed full of vim and vigor"
- any source of usable power; "the DOE is responsible for maintaining the energy policy"
- the federal department responsible for maintaining a national energy policy of the United States; created in 1977
"Energy" in song lyrics
See how energy is used in real songs:
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"Intellectually, sexually she's full of energy"
7L & Esoteric — Jealous Over Nothing -
"Verbal assassin, I could kill 'em with my energy"
9th Prince f/ Dasha, Sav Killz — Assassins -
"The recipe to me be 36 forms of energy"
9th Prince f/ Dom Pachino, Killa Sin, Masta Killa — Hood Life
Words that rhyme with energy
Usage tips for "energy"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "energy" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for energy to find words that pair well.