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
R.j. Rico, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
That wouldn’t matter so much if The Dreadful were more galvanizing.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026
In fact, this was a galvanizing moment in my relationship with Brian Grazer that ultimately would lead us to launch a company.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2025
Mamdani’s victory in the financial capital of the world was seen as a galvanizing moment for the progressive wing of the party and a sign of an insurgent mood among its base.
—Solcyré Burga, Time, 10 Aug. 2025
Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2026
The pitfalls of social media usage for children, such as exposure to harmful or radicalizing content, has become a galvanizing topic in the Legislature.
—Lia Russell
march 25, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
The news stunned California, where Chavez rose to national prominence in the mid-1960s as a galvanizing force for better pay and working conditions for agricultural laborers.
—Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
But a ceiling has remained in place, and breaking through that is essential to galvanizing the fan base — including fundraising for NIL efforts to retain and attract more players.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2026
Palestine is central, a galvanizing idea that inspires, echos, and reveals.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 11 Mar. 2026
Encounters with some of the 20th century’s most elevated examples of craft had a galvanizing effect on her, Calderone says.
—Sarah Medford, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2026
One Battle After Another is an absurd epic for our absurd times, blending tense action with galvanizing politics, unexpected slapstick, and heartfelt family drama.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 7 Mar. 2026
Saxophonist Ravi Coltrane is the son of John Coltrane, who spent five years playing in the Miles Davis Quintet before becoming an equally galvanizing solo artist in his own right.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
The January 2023 shooting of the environmental activist, known as Tortuguita, became a galvanizing moment for protests against Atlanta’s police training center.
—R.j. Rico, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
That wouldn’t matter so much if The Dreadful were more galvanizing.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026
In fact, this was a galvanizing moment in my relationship with Brian Grazer that ultimately would lead us to launch a company.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2025
Mamdani’s victory in the financial capital of the world was seen as a galvanizing moment for the progressive wing of the party and a sign of an insurgent mood among its base.
—Solcyré Burga, Time, 10 Aug. 2025
Verb
Jones scored 12 of his 19 points in the final frame, galvanizing a comeback win.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2026
The pitfalls of social media usage for children, such as exposure to harmful or radicalizing content, has become a galvanizing topic in the Legislature.
—Lia Russell
march 25, Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
The news stunned California, where Chavez rose to national prominence in the mid-1960s as a galvanizing force for better pay and working conditions for agricultural laborers.
—Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
But a ceiling has remained in place, and breaking through that is essential to galvanizing the fan base — including fundraising for NIL efforts to retain and attract more players.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2026
Palestine is central, a galvanizing idea that inspires, echos, and reveals.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 11 Mar. 2026
Encounters with some of the 20th century’s most elevated examples of craft had a galvanizing effect on her, Calderone says.
—Sarah Medford, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2026
One Battle After Another is an absurd epic for our absurd times, blending tense action with galvanizing politics, unexpected slapstick, and heartfelt family drama.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 7 Mar. 2026
Saxophonist Ravi Coltrane is the son of John Coltrane, who spent five years playing in the Miles Davis Quintet before becoming an equally galvanizing solo artist in his own right.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanizing
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There is, however, a fitness center equipped with cardio machines, free weights, and resistance training, as well as an outdoor yoga platform with breathtaking vantage points and complimentary classes offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays during sunrise.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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The story of the shoot, at the real-life club, in midtown Manhattan, is a breathtaking adventure.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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The Michigan Wolverines are finally national champions once more in men’s basketball, taking down the UConn Huskies, 69-63, to finish a thrilling NCAA Tournament in style at Lucas Oil Stadium on Monday night.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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Then everything shifts later in the month when Venus and Uranus enter Gemini and your seventh house of partnerships, bringing unexpected attractions and thrilling romantic possibilities.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Everyday outings, like going to the grocery store, are exciting adventures for him.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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In an interview with STAT, Nedergaard, who is also affiliated with the University of Copenhagen, explained some of the exciting implications of her research, including its possible application for better tools to screen for — and combat — neurological conditions like Alzheimer’s.—
Amanda Erickson,
STAT,
7 Apr. 2026
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But that’s exactly how the night climaxed on Friday (March 27) when the uncanny Argentine duo CA7RIEL y Paco Amoroso took over Canvas on 10th in Chelsea, New York to perform their electrifying new album, Free Spirits, for the first time.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
28 Mar. 2026
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From there, the one-minute-and-sixteen-second clip unfolds with a rapid montage of electrifying concert footage, interspersed with candid moments from life on the road.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Rooms are in muted tones of grey, green, and dusky blue, and even the smallest have plenty of space with king-size beds and a table and chairs—the city views are more interesting, but the ones overlooking the courtyard have dinky Juliette balconies as a consolation.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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Just one last, quick point on your interesting interview with Governor Moore.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The dynamic stage production, directed by Phillip M Church, features Justine Chichester, Shawn Buller and Laquantis Morton who deliver—verbatim—Taussig’s inspiring and evocative voice.—
Christina Mayo,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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Attendees will receive a pair of wireless headphones and an earful of inspiring sounds.—
Ben Crandell,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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More intriguing still — how many of the other cast members can find a viable pathway to nominations?—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
6 Apr. 2026
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The most intriguing statement from Hallock, however, concerned DDR4 motherboards.—
Jon Martindale,
PC Magazine,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Eco effort Guests have access to complimentary bicycles and (for a fee) can book the house electric car; there’s also an electric car charging station on site.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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Six of the eight companies are startups operating in EV charging, electric trucks, battery storage and energy trading, according to the industry body.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
7 Apr. 2026
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