energy
US /ˈɛnɚdʒi/
noun Foundation · A2 Công nghệ & kỹ thuật Môi trường & tiện ích
Definition
(physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
The new office building uses solar panels to reduce its energy costs.
Word Family
Synonyms
- powerpossession of controlling influence
- vigorforceful exertion
Collocations
- Easy solar energydescribing solar energy (relating to or derived from the sun or utilizing the energies of the sun)
- Medium save energyto preserve, keep, or set aside regarding energy
- Hard renewable energy sourcedescribing renewable energy source (that can be renewed or extended)
- Very Hard deplete one's energy reservesto deplete one's energy reserves, meaning to use up (resources or materials)
- Medium conserve energyto conserve energy, meaning to keep constant through physical or chemical reactions or evolutionary change
Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.