energy

Definition

  • n. (physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs
  • n. forceful exertion
  • n. enterprising or ambitious drive
  • n. an imaginative lively style (especially style of writing)

Word forms

Plural
energies

Example sentences

  1. n.

    After a good night's sleep, I felt full of energy and ready to start the day.

  2. n.

    The solar panels convert sunlight into energy that can power our homes.