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energy

Syllabification: (en·er·gy)
Pronunciation: /ˈenərjē/
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Definition of energy

noun (plural energies)

  • 1the strength and vitality required for sustained physical or mental activity:changes in the levels of vitamins can affect energy and well-being
  • (energies) a person’s physical and mental powers, typically as applied to a particular task or activity.
  • 2power derived from the utilization of physical or chemical resources, especially to provide light and heat or to work machines.
  • 3 Physics the property of matter and radiation that is manifest as a capacity to perform work (such as causing motion or the interaction of molecules):a collision in which no energy is transferred
  • a degree or level of energy possessed by something or required by a process.

Origin:

mid 16th century (denoting force or vigor of expression): from French énergie, or via late Latin from Greek energeia, from en- 'in, within' + ergon 'work'

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