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adjective

Definition of galvanizednext
as in stimulated

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verb

past tense of galvanize
as in thrilled
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 galvanized
Adjective
Together, our extraordinary cast and creative team of 1972 recreated a world that feels remarkably familiar today—a time of political division, war, galvanized youth, and people searching for a different future. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2026 In some cases, aging galvanized pipes or corroding plumbing fixtures can introduce additional iron into your water. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 16 July 2026
Verb
After years of looking inferior to its Western brethren, the NBA’s Eastern Conference is enjoying a renaissance, galvanized by a steady influx of talent and the relocation of star players to new teams. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026 And the end of Peak TV and the decline in production jobs have galvanized support for incentives. — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for galvanized
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanized
  1. stimulated
  2. thrilled
  3. energized
  4. electrified
  5. invigorated
  6. excited
  7. enlivened
  8. inspired
Adjective
  • But that may not be enough to make stimulated hydrogen commercially viable without some additional technology.
    — IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Do not fertilize plants during periods of extreme heat because the stimulated growth adds more stress to the plant.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
Definition of stimulated
Verb
  • The 6-foot-9 junior from the Democratic Republic of the Congo then received a bear hug from current teammate De’Shayne Montgomery, who was thrilled Bidunga could leave his old arena a winner.
    — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Leaving a legacy Nichelini is thrilled to know that her namesake cake pan collection has proven to be a hit.
    — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of thrilled
Adjective
  • This kind of energized base was even what regime officials were worried about losing right prior to this conflict.
    — Ali Vaez, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2026
  • At the concert, Mastodon also appeared as a band pushing past the tragedies, and was re-energized and refocused with a new lineup.
    — Steve Appleford, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of energized
Verb
  • But on the piano, laser-beamed into his songcraft, he’s quietly electrified, at seemingly at peace as his tenorous vocal glissando and nimble fingerwork on the piano produce shiveringly tender folk ballads that echo Harry Nilsson and Van Morrison.
    — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The government says electricity demand could rise substantially in coming years as homes, businesses and transportation become increasingly electrified and as data centers and other energy-intensive technologies expand.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of electrified
Adjective
  • Maxo sounds invigorated, finding the middle ground between Personification’s slack delivery and the tonal pliability that made Brandon Banks and Weight of the World so immediate.
    — Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 6 July 2026
  • Antonelli versus Russell in Canada came close, but this season would feel invigorated by a bit of proper beef.
    — Alex Kalinauckas, New York Times, 23 June 2026
Definition of invigorated
Verb
  • Shoppers get excited by new trends and brands move quickly to cater to them.
    — Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026
  • This has created a divide, with those on the preservation side feeling disillusioned by the prevalence of slop, and those on the AI side excited by the possibilities, particularly as the tools continue to evolve.
    — Andrew Webster, The Verge, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of excited
Adjective
  • The irony was painful in that, seemingly overnight, the very things that most enlivened and sustained me—reading, watching movies, seeing friends, making love, sitting quietly by myself—were crowded out by a child whose needs absorbed nearly all of my energy and time.
    — Daniel Smith, The Atlantic, 27 Feb. 2026
Definition of enlivened
Verb
  • Scientists have spent decades trying to build artificial molecular machines inspired by the motors that power movement inside living cells.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
  • How Richard Branson inspired Tan-Gillespie’s career ethos As Tan-Gillespie’s career developed, so did her aspirations.
    — Preston Fore, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of inspired

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