energico
energetic
adjective eh-NER-jee-koh Rare
Origin: Greek energetikos (active)
Also means
vigorous
Usage Note
Energico stresses the antepenultimate syllable: eh-NER-jee-koh. Masculine plural is energici, feminine energica / energiche. It describes a person, gesture, or action full of energy and decisiveness. It is slightly stronger than vivace (lively) — implying force and drive rather than mere liveliness.
Examples
"È un bambino molto energico e curioso."
Natural Translation
He is a very energetic and curious child.
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