as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
the presentation on the international aid organization was galvanizing and thought-provoking
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as in thrilling
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
theatergoers were galvanized by the actor's powerhouse performance as Hamlet
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Recent Examples of galvanizing
Eric Nehm, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Just forcing overtime would have been galvanizing enough.
—Joe Smith, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
Yoon’s gamble backfired spectacularly, galvanizing many in the vibrant Asian democracy to call for his removal.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
Later, her anguish over his unjust plight—and her inability to rectify it—is both a galvanizing force and a heartrending reality.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
Bob Herman Could this be a galvanizing event to broader health care reform?
—Miranda Kennedy, Vox, 10 Dec. 2024
Sound envelops the scene with a balance between the chaos of the crowd and the galvanizing score as Walker brings us closer into the fight.
—Daron James, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
Hope and unity can be found in youth orchestras with galvanizing conductors around the world.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
Climate finance should be considered as a way of galvanizing efficiency rather than as a cost sink.
—Saleem H. Ali, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
Verb
After a potentially galvanizing comeback effort Tuesday in Indiana, the Bucks came out flat in Milwaukee two nights later.
—Eric Nehm, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Just forcing overtime would have been galvanizing enough.
—Joe Smith, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
Yoon’s gamble backfired spectacularly, galvanizing many in the vibrant Asian democracy to call for his removal.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
Later, her anguish over his unjust plight—and her inability to rectify it—is both a galvanizing force and a heartrending reality.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
Bob Herman Could this be a galvanizing event to broader health care reform?
—Miranda Kennedy, Vox, 10 Dec. 2024
Sound envelops the scene with a balance between the chaos of the crowd and the galvanizing score as Walker brings us closer into the fight.
—Daron James, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
Hope and unity can be found in youth orchestras with galvanizing conductors around the world.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
Climate finance should be considered as a way of galvanizing efficiency rather than as a cost sink.
—Saleem H. Ali, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanizing
Adjective
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Situated just 15 minutes south of the city, the lighthouse is worth the short journey for the breathtaking views and a buttery lobster roll from Bite into Maine.—
Eliseé Browchuk,
Vogue,
3 Feb. 2025
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The untouched wilderness and absolute silence make for a truly serene and breathtaking start to the day.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
2 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Elsewhere in the interview, the Australian actress revealed that the movie — in which Kidman plays a woman having an affair with a younger man — was thrilling for her.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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With such fine margins at play, a thrilling title race is effectively guaranteed.—
Neel Shelat,
Forbes,
1 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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This, plus the new weapon mechanics, Focus attacks, and traversal system, make for a fresh and exciting new entry in the series.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
11 Feb. 2025
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The Bachelor alum, 33, welcomed her second baby, a girl, with husband Taylor Mock on Wednesday, Feb. 5, announcing the exciting news in an Instagram post on Saturday, Feb. 8.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
10 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Jey Uso’s already electrifying entrance was enhanced by overhead footage, Travis Scott smoking a blunt indoors and even Michael Cole jumping on the announce table alongside Pat McAfee to yeet.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Then there is the amazing metal guitarist Rene Benton, who’s ready to blow listeners away with his electrifying performances and intricate compositions that really showcase his skills.—
SPIN Contributor,
SPIN,
7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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With Fresh Picks, Billboard aims to highlight some of the best and most interesting new sounds across R&B and hip-hop — from Tyga and Shenseea’s steamy new collaboration to Giveon’s solo comeback.—
Christopher Claxton,
Billboard,
10 Feb. 2025
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The Spanish-language setup is a small but interesting wrinkle in the overall viewing picture.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
9 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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With one exception, Isaac (Chris Medlin), the young inspiring chef who came to Serenity in search of his birth parents.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
8 Feb. 2025
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Mathison and his family lost their longtime home in the first days of the Los Angeles wildfires Comments Cameron Mathison's resilience is inspiring to his General Hospital co-stars.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
5 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Sandalwood, vanilla, and amber are met with cinnamon, rose, coriander, and mandarin for an intriguing blend suited for an alluring man.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
11 Feb. 2025
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Her chemistry with Jenner while on the Ottawa Charge last season could give Canada an intriguing middle-six scoring line, especially if Canada is going to continue experimenting with other right-wing options next to Marie-Philip Poulin on the top line.—
Hailey Salvian,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Jeep just began delivering its first electric vehicle for the North American market, the new Wagoneer S a couple of weeks ago.—
Sam Abuelsamid,
Forbes,
6 Feb. 2025
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Read Article > Jul 19, 2022 Umar Shakir Volkswagen names a new CEO to run its electric truck and SUV spinoff Scout The electric rebirth of Scout, the classic off-road SUV brand, is getting real this week as Volkswagen names Scott Keogh as CEO of its new spinoff company.—
Verge Staff,
The Verge,
5 Feb. 2025
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“Galvanizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/galvanizing. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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