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
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
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
Jackson helped to reshape Democratic politics in the 1980s with two galvanizing presidential campaigns.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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
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
Jackson helped to reshape Democratic politics in the 1980s with two galvanizing presidential campaigns.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 17 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanizing
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The resulting works were breathtaking, immersing the viewer in luminous veils of paint that swept across the canvas, seeming to splash back up from the bottom, creating an enveloping sense of tranquility and awe that pushed against the jittery energy of Abstract Expressionism.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
26 Mar. 2026
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Finally, the GoPro Hero13 Black is 16% off, providing breathtaking resolution for your next adventure.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
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Camp Jeep is another main attraction, which allows riders to experience a thrilling 28-foot incline and other obstacles in a Jeep driven by a professional driver.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon has turned 43 since starring in a thrilling decisive qualifier against Denmark.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2026
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The oil control remains an exciting proposition to control excess shine today for an intelligent matte coverage that adjusts with you.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
31 Mar. 2026
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Amazon's Spring Sale is almost at an end, but there are still some exciting deals for you!—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
31 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
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China has a considerable crude stockpile and is swiftly electrifying its economy, but hundreds of millions of drivers who still rely on gas will likely feel the sting of higher prices.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
24 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The towable home also boasts some interesting energy saving additions, including a passive heating system.—
Adam Williams
March 29,
New Atlas,
29 Mar. 2026
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Another interesting area of study could be cavitation from boat or submarine propellers, pumps, and some sonar systems.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Mar. 2026
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Bringing fans together in new and inspiring ways through music, theater, gaming, haunted houses, immersive activations, radio plays and experimental performance, there truly is no end to where the genre can take the curious.—
William Earl,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2026
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This model seems inspiring and romantic until the heroic leader leads you off a cliff.—
David Brooks,
The Atlantic,
25 Mar. 2026
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Each program brought intriguing storylines, and some featured All-Americans who proved to be more than just ballers.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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Fustic has always attracted an intriguing crowd—Messel’s social orbit famously overlapped with British royalty, and even Princess Margaret once stopped by during its transformation.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
30 Mar. 2026
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The show even features an indoor electric vehicle test track since EVs don't produce carbon emissions.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Many high-performance electric mountain bikes can cost as much as a used car, and until now, the brands charging that much had little reason to worry.—
Omar Kardoudi
March 30,
New Atlas,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Galvanizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/galvanizing. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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