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
Chaewon Chung
april 28, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2026
But what has made the confrontation most electrifying is the way in which the pontiff is not just standing up to the president but transcending him.
—Peter Wehner, The Atlantic, 27 Apr. 2026
Ronaldinho is arguably one of the most electrifying players in soccer history.
—Nasha Smith, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
After managing just eight points on 2-for-9 shooting in the first half, Curry scored 16 points and hit three 3-pointers in six electrifying minutes of the third quarter.
—CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Crow-Armstrong, who’s shown flashes of being one of the sport’s most electrifying players, has one home run through 59 plate appearances.
—Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2026
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
Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 8 May 2026
Set during the Great Depression, this electrifying musical follows two dreamers whose desire for more leads them into legend and danger.
—Staff Report, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
Nearly six decades later, Are You Experienced remains a landmark debut—an album that overnight accelerated the evolution of rock, reinventing the genre in its own electrifying image.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 May 2026
Beckham was electrifying in New York.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
Yungblud gives an electrifying performance onstage at London's O2 Arena on April 24.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
Trinidad Chambliss, Ole Miss (Sixth-year senior; 6-0, 200) Chambliss fought the law and won, being granted an extra year of eligibility after electrifying Ole Miss’ offense following a transfer from Division II powerhouse Ferris State.
—Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
Over the course of the series’ six episodes, their relationship waxes and wanes, but continues to cast a shadow over their fates until the finale’s electrifying denouement.
—K.j. Yossman, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
While the sales increases in some cases were aided by tax incentives and new emissions rules, the figures point to how global fleets are rapidly electrifying in response to the war in Iran.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Paul Philley, a program manager at the Sacramento Air Quality Management District, said electrifying transportation is a key element for the agency to meet its goal to improve air quality and achieve climate goals in the Sacramento region.
—Chaewon Chung
april 28, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2026
But what has made the confrontation most electrifying is the way in which the pontiff is not just standing up to the president but transcending him.
—Peter Wehner, The Atlantic, 27 Apr. 2026
Ronaldinho is arguably one of the most electrifying players in soccer history.
—Nasha Smith, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
After managing just eight points on 2-for-9 shooting in the first half, Curry scored 16 points and hit three 3-pointers in six electrifying minutes of the third quarter.
—CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Crow-Armstrong, who’s shown flashes of being one of the sport’s most electrifying players, has one home run through 59 plate appearances.
—Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2026
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
Verb
If elected, Cohen told this editorial board his top three priorities will be reducing the cost of home building; addressing the gaps in health care coverage created by recent federal cuts to Medi-Cal; and electrifying our economy to reduce carbon emissions.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 8 May 2026
Set during the Great Depression, this electrifying musical follows two dreamers whose desire for more leads them into legend and danger.
—Staff Report, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
Nearly six decades later, Are You Experienced remains a landmark debut—an album that overnight accelerated the evolution of rock, reinventing the genre in its own electrifying image.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 May 2026
Beckham was electrifying in New York.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
Yungblud gives an electrifying performance onstage at London's O2 Arena on April 24.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
Trinidad Chambliss, Ole Miss (Sixth-year senior; 6-0, 200) Chambliss fought the law and won, being granted an extra year of eligibility after electrifying Ole Miss’ offense following a transfer from Division II powerhouse Ferris State.
—Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
Over the course of the series’ six episodes, their relationship waxes and wanes, but continues to cast a shadow over their fates until the finale’s electrifying denouement.
—K.j. Yossman, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026
While the sales increases in some cases were aided by tax incentives and new emissions rules, the figures point to how global fleets are rapidly electrifying in response to the war in Iran.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for electrifying
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The clear turquoise waters of the Outer Hebrides are breathtaking–freezing–but breathtaking!—
Riza Cruz,
Vogue,
11 May 2026
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The park was established in 1910 and features seemingly endless acres of rugged and breathtaking landscapes and historic national park lodges.—
Dave Parfitt,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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On Friday, Victor Wembanyama led San Antonio to victory with a thrilling performance, scoring 39 points on 72% shooting while grabbing 15 rebounds and blocking five shots.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
11 May 2026
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However many corners of entertainment Cage and company are drawing from, the result is a thrilling universe all its own.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
11 May 2026
Adjective
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Anderson, like Wharton, is exciting but would also be extremely expensive, probably north of £100million.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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March 21 – April 19 A bold move could set exciting momentum in motion today.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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From there, both fighters were trading blows, but the fifth round was when Strickland had an interesting moment with Chimaev.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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Welcome to Taste Test, where every week our critic Jonah Flicker explores the most buzzworthy and interesting whiskeys in the world.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
10 May 2026
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Businessman and real estate agent Dan Thornberg has an intriguing sales pitch for a house he’s just listed.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
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Wagler is particularly intriguing as a big guard who could potentially fit next to Garland in the short term as a backup and in the long term as a shooting guard.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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The atmosphere inside Sports Illustrated Stadium for Gotham’s rematch with Boston on Saturday was electric.—
Melanie Anzidei,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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The debate came amid projections of declining gas tax revenue as more people adopt electric, hybrid and fuel-efficient cars.—
Claire Rush,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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“Electrifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electrifying. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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