as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
ranked the U.S. hockey team's victory in 1980 as one of the most electrifying moments in Olympic history
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to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
Marian Anderson electrified audiences with her soaring operatic voice
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Recent Examples of electrifying
Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
One of the greatest, most electrifying receivers in the league across the past decade had his four-year Dolphins tenure come to an end with his release.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
Buckley, who was also on the panel, said the Bride’s reanimation isn’t frightening so much as electrifying.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
After the Aphex Twin nod, however, anyone who was into the harder end of hardcore breaks could attest that KAVARI’s original productions, heard in basements from Seoul to Vienna, were as electrifying as her edits.
—James Gui, Pitchfork, 6 Feb. 2026
From electrifying performances by the sport’s biggest stars to unpredictable, edge-of-your-seat matchups and dramatic comeback victories, the World Baseball Classic delivers some of the most unforgettable moments in the game.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
This performance was electrifying, with everyone giving it their all vocally and with the choreography.
—Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Sam Darnold threw for three touchdowns and the Seattle Seahawks advanced to the Super Bowl, beating the Los Angeles Rams 31-27 in an electrifying NFC championship game.
—Andrew Destin, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
The last week alone has shown how electrifying and maddening LaMelo can be.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2026
Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 28 Mar. 2026
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
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
But electrifying parts of its economy with renewables has reduced its reliance on imports.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Teyana Taylor is electrifying in the first act of One Battle After Another as the character who sets out the dramatic stakes, and her Golden Globes speech was a highlight of this awards season.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
On a much brighter note, attendees at Miles Davis’ electrifying 1985 debut gig at Humphreys, which took place during a driving rainstorm, listened in rapt attention throughout.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
Transportation fleets are electrifying, logistics hubs are modernizing, and entire industries are shifting toward digital operations that require significantly more power than legacy grid infrastructure was designed to handle.
—Travis Edmonds, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
In addition to capturing the sound of the cars and environment, Hans Zimmer’s electrifying score needed to be worked in.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Through rare archival footage and candid interviews in this vivid and electrifying documentary, Billie Jean King recalls the victories, struggles, and sacrifices behind her trailblazing career.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
One of the greatest, most electrifying receivers in the league across the past decade had his four-year Dolphins tenure come to an end with his release.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
Buckley, who was also on the panel, said the Bride’s reanimation isn’t frightening so much as electrifying.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
After the Aphex Twin nod, however, anyone who was into the harder end of hardcore breaks could attest that KAVARI’s original productions, heard in basements from Seoul to Vienna, were as electrifying as her edits.
—James Gui, Pitchfork, 6 Feb. 2026
From electrifying performances by the sport’s biggest stars to unpredictable, edge-of-your-seat matchups and dramatic comeback victories, the World Baseball Classic delivers some of the most unforgettable moments in the game.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
This performance was electrifying, with everyone giving it their all vocally and with the choreography.
—Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Sam Darnold threw for three touchdowns and the Seattle Seahawks advanced to the Super Bowl, beating the Los Angeles Rams 31-27 in an electrifying NFC championship game.
—Andrew Destin, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
The last week alone has shown how electrifying and maddening LaMelo can be.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 23 Jan. 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
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
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
But electrifying parts of its economy with renewables has reduced its reliance on imports.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Teyana Taylor is electrifying in the first act of One Battle After Another as the character who sets out the dramatic stakes, and her Golden Globes speech was a highlight of this awards season.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
On a much brighter note, attendees at Miles Davis’ electrifying 1985 debut gig at Humphreys, which took place during a driving rainstorm, listened in rapt attention throughout.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
Transportation fleets are electrifying, logistics hubs are modernizing, and entire industries are shifting toward digital operations that require significantly more power than legacy grid infrastructure was designed to handle.
—Travis Edmonds, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
In addition to capturing the sound of the cars and environment, Hans Zimmer’s electrifying score needed to be worked in.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 1 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for electrifying
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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
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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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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
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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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“Electrifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electrifying. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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