Reenergize

Reenergize is a verb that means to restore energy, vitality, or enthusiasm to a person, group, or system, or to supply energy again to something that has become depleted. It can refer to physical stamina after fatigue, renewed motivation in teams or campaigns, or the restoration of electrical power to a device or circuit.

The word is formed from the prefix re- (again) and energize, which itself derives from energy. Spelling variants include reenergize and re-energize, with regional preferences influencing usage. In technical contexts, reenergize often describes reapplying power after an outage or reactivating a powered component.

In everyday and professional use, reenergize can describe activities that restore motivation or mood, such as a new leadership approach, fresh goals, or rest and recovery strategies. In business or sports, leaders may implement changes aimed at reenergizing a team or initiative. In technology and utilities, it denotes reapplying electrical energy to a device, circuit, or grid after disruption.

Related terms include energize, recharge, revitalize, and rejuvenate. Reenergize emphasizes restoring energy to something that previously operated or felt energized, rather than creating energy from nothing. Its nuance can vary by context, from physical endurance and morale to technical power restoration.