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adjective

Definition of galvanizingnext
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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galvanizing

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verb

present participle of galvanize
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
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
Verb
Rosters are dwindling, ratios are inflating and league standings are galvanizing, but there’s zero rest for the weary. — John Laghezza, New York Times, 10 July 2026 For a time, organizers and others thought America 250 might be that galvanizing, flag-waving force. — Jonathan Lemire, The Atlantic, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for galvanizing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanizing
  1. breathtaking
  2. thrilling
  3. exciting
  4. electrifying
  5. interesting
  6. inspiring
  7. intriguing
  8. electric
Adjective
  • But if the service wasn't exactly breathtaking, the views from the restaurant were.
    — John Ramos, CBS News, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Chloe Webb’s performance as Nancy Spungen, the junkie girlfriend who Sid probably murdered (the role of Nancy was originally supposed to go to Courtney Love), is breathtaking in the nakedness of its emotion.
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of breathtaking
Verb
  • Yet the Cavaliers lost to Duke in a thrilling overtime title game.
    — Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Rooted in sustainable dining, Fallow’s approach is about elevating humble produce to thrilling new heights.
    — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of thrilling
Adjective
  • The Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh will receive a $500,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket, which is an exciting turn of events for both the store and the community.
    — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 15 Aug. 2026
  • This weekend is filled to the brim with exciting new shows and movies, both from the comfort of your couch and on the big screen.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of exciting
Verb
  • Both groups – &TEAM on Night 1 and JO1 on Night 3 – were electrifying – and even viral.
    — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The electrifying rookie hammered the ball 368 feet into the right-field seats for a two-run home run, giving the Cardinals a 6-3 lead.
    — Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of electrifying
Adjective
  • Elarms-Orr’s interesting usage The Bills are very high on fourth-round rookie Kaleb Elarms-Orr, to the point that the inside linebacker is pushing for a role early in the regular season.
    — Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The origin story of Guy Gardner is actually interesting, despite his questionable barber choices.
    — Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of interesting
Adjective
  • When employees see their peers building helpful agents and getting recognized for it, the technology becomes approachable and inspiring.
    — Karen Dahut, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Wilson’s sport-captivating 111-yard, two-touchdown debut against Texas is certainly inspiring.
    — Noah White, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of inspiring
Adjective
  • His pro projection is intriguing as a tall goalie who moves well for his size.
    — Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • For Marni's summer collections, Consuelo brought her idiosyncratic sensibility to looks that mixed ethnic and vintage elements with intriguing cutting.
    — Hamish Bowles, Vogue, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of intriguing
Adjective
  • The logo pairs yellow, drawn from colors associated with celebration in Tamil Nadu including turmeric and marigold, with electric blue for a contemporary, premium look.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Likewise for Ameren customers downstate, higher electric bills are expected this summer.
    — Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
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