Energetical

/ˌɛnərˈdʒɛtɪkəl/ adjective

Definition

Of, relating to, or derived from energy; full of energy or exhibiting vigorous action.

Etymology

From Greek 'energetikos' (active, vigorous) based on 'energeia' plus '-cal' (variant of '-al'). The suffix '-cal' often appears in place of simple '-al' for certain adjectives.

Kelly Says

English has multiple ways to say the same thing—'energetic,' 'energetical,' and 'energetick' (archaic) all existed, but 'energetic' won out, probably because it's shorter and easier to say.

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