Where did the word energetic originate from?

Anonymous

∙ 8y ago

Updated: 8/21/2019

Energetic derives from the Greek word 'ergon' meaning to work. There is also a Greek word 'energein' meaning to work in, upon or operate. The word eventually passed into the English language to mean powerfully effective

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∙ 8y ago

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Is energetic a negative or a positive word?

is energetic a positive or negative word

How do you use the word energetic?

That is one energetic puppy!

How do you spell energetic?

As you have spelt the word - energetically

What is the comparative and superlative of the word energetic?

The answer cannot be change people so the answer will be energetic!.

What is good sentence for word energetic?

The energetic child ran through the park after the dog.

What is another word for energetic?

Vigorous.

What is the Latin word for energetic?

lamise

What the root word of energetic?

energy!

What is the antonym of the word tired?

Energetic.

What is the base word of energetic?

Energy.

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