high-energy
/ˌhaɪˈen.ə.dʒi/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌhaɪˈen.ɚ.dʒi/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈhī-ˈe-nər-jē/ (ame, mw)
high-energy — adjective
1. describing tiny particles that move at nearly the speed of light and carry extre
describing tiny particles that move at nearly the speed of light and carry extremely high amounts of energy, studied in physics experiments
Dr. Takeshi's team observed high-energy particles moving at near-light speed inside their particle accelerator.
attributive: high-energy particles
The collider produced high-energy protons that helped the team study the structure of matter.
collocation: high-energy protons
High-energy electrons from a solar storm were detected racing towards Earth at nearly light speed.
The research team published a paper on high-energy proton collisions that created new particles.
- fast-moving
less technical, focuses on speed rather than energy level
- subatomic
refers specifically to particles smaller than an atom, a narrower category
- low-energy
describes particles with lower kinetic energy in physics contexts
文法句型
high-energy + noun
用法筆記
Frequently used before nouns in technical writing about physics. Common in the compound fields high-energy physics, high-energy astronomy, and in phrases such as high-energy collision.
2. describes a person who remains very active for long periods without becoming tir
describes a person who remains very active for long periods without becoming tired easily
Christopher is a high-energy kid who plays soccer every afternoon.
attributive: high-energy kid
The start-up needs high-energy people to work late and launch its new app on time.
collocation: high-energy people
Even after twelve-hour shifts, Élise stays high-energy with her patients.
Darius brings high energy to every project, arriving early and staying late for his team.
文法句型
high-energy + noun
be + high-energy
用法筆記
Can be used before nouns (a high-energy person) or after linking verbs (she is high-energy). Describes a general character trait rather than a temporary state — avoid using for a single burst of activity.
常見錯誤
3. containing ingredients that quickly give the body energy for sport, work, or oth
containing ingredients that quickly give the body energy for sport, work, or other physical activity
Lakshmi always carries a high-energy snack bar when she goes hiking.
collocation: high-energy snack bar
The coach recommended high-energy drinks for the team during practice.
attributive: high-energy drinks
Felix eats a high-energy breakfast of oats and bananas before rowing.
Sari drinks a high-energy smoothie before her morning swim at the pool.
- energy-boosting
more transparently describes the effect on the body
- nutritious
focuses on health value rather than usable energy
- low-energy
direct opposite, describes foods that provide little fuel
- draining
describes foods that make a person feel tired
文法句型
high-energy + noun
be + high-energy
用法筆記
Used before nouns (a high-energy snack) and after linking verbs (this bar is high-energy). Not the same as high-calorie — a food can be high-energy but low in sugar or fat.