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
Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 21 Apr. 2026
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
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
Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026
The attention now being paid to the prolonged production slump and the exodus of production and white-collar executive jobs has had the effect of galvanizing Hollywood to lobby hard for a federal production tax incentive program.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 16 June 2026
Matthew Childress, the chief growth and operations officer for a Houston law firm, is one of the galvanizing forces behind Heaven’s 27 and the Campaign for Camp Safety, which continues to lobby for reforms nationwide.
—Karen Valby, Vanity Fair, 16 June 2026
The production generates periodic boisterous fun along the way through brisk staging, galvanizing projections and splashy costuming, plus a few entertaining performances rippling out of the cast in bigger and smaller roles.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 9 June 2026
For young men feeling dejected by the public conversation about toxic masculinity, Tate’s celebrations of manhood were galvanizing, and his mocking assaults on feminism felt bracingly irreverent.
—Heidi Blake, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
The Cubs’ breathtaking comeback victory over the Athletics on Thursday felt like a galvanizing moment.
—Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 5 June 2026
If the Fed were to lose its independence, central bankers beholden to political leaders may favor lower interest rates as a means of boosting short-term economic activity and galvanizing public support, some analysts previously told ABC News.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 1 June 2026
The problem is Riley is not interested in film as an art form so much as in using it as a vehicle for a galvanizing pro-worker, pro-union, pro-communal rhetoric in a way that ultimately undermines his message.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 23 May 2026
Adjective
The riot was a galvanizing event and led to the creation of LGBTQ advocacy organizations like Gay Liberation Front and GLAAD.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 21 Apr. 2026
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
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
Shiites hold their most sacred and emotionally charged annual ritual — Ashura — to commemorate Hussein’s death, honoring him as a galvanizing symbol of the fight against oppression.
—Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026
The attention now being paid to the prolonged production slump and the exodus of production and white-collar executive jobs has had the effect of galvanizing Hollywood to lobby hard for a federal production tax incentive program.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 16 June 2026
Matthew Childress, the chief growth and operations officer for a Houston law firm, is one of the galvanizing forces behind Heaven’s 27 and the Campaign for Camp Safety, which continues to lobby for reforms nationwide.
—Karen Valby, Vanity Fair, 16 June 2026
The production generates periodic boisterous fun along the way through brisk staging, galvanizing projections and splashy costuming, plus a few entertaining performances rippling out of the cast in bigger and smaller roles.
—Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 9 June 2026
For young men feeling dejected by the public conversation about toxic masculinity, Tate’s celebrations of manhood were galvanizing, and his mocking assaults on feminism felt bracingly irreverent.
—Heidi Blake, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
The Cubs’ breathtaking comeback victory over the Athletics on Thursday felt like a galvanizing moment.
—Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 5 June 2026
If the Fed were to lose its independence, central bankers beholden to political leaders may favor lower interest rates as a means of boosting short-term economic activity and galvanizing public support, some analysts previously told ABC News.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 1 June 2026
The problem is Riley is not interested in film as an art form so much as in using it as a vehicle for a galvanizing pro-worker, pro-union, pro-communal rhetoric in a way that ultimately undermines his message.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanizing
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Alberto Carvalho, who has been under FBI investigation for four months, resigned Sunday night as leader of the nation’s second-largest school system, bringing a breathtaking end to one of the district’s most consequential and high-profile tenures.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2026
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In his 18½ years at the Fed, Greenspan presided over a breathtaking surge in stock prices and a 10-year economic boom that began in March 1991.—
Paul Wiseman,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
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Their thrilling 4-1 series victory broke a 53-year dry spell for the Knicks and hopeful New Yorkers.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
15 June 2026
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Making a difference After a thrilling comeback win against Germany in Qatar four years ago, the fans made sure that everybody won.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Other research has reinforced the idea that reframing a stressful challenge into an exciting opportunity can lead to better performance.—
Rustin Dodd,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Most exciting perhaps is how intuitive the lights are.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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The evening culminates with the electrifying Concerto for Hammond Organ by Brian Raphael Nabors, who takes the stage as soloist in this work that's a thrilling fusion of gospel, jazz and symphonic sound.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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Her own story of abuse becomes a central character in a protest drama that unfurls into electrifying song-and-dance numbers and movement choreography.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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The relaxed fit offers plenty of comfort while the print keeps things visually interesting.—
Mia McManus,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
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An interesting analogy can be drawn to humanity’s relationship with animals.—
Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
Adjective
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Woody either having or not having a last name has fascinated fans for years, inspiring conversations and debates in comment sections, in message forums, and on fan sites.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 June 2026
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Watching the raw spirit of horses galloping in the wild makes for an inspiring summer destination.—
Madeline Gunderson,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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The compensation model is intriguing because major media companies are taking a two-track approach to AI, filing copyright infringement suits in some cases and striking content licensing deals with AI firms in others.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
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His legacy in Philadelphia remains strong, making a potential All-Star return intriguing for fans.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
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In addition to the sleeping spaces, the multi-level villas include dining areas, kitchenettes with refrigerators and electric cook tops, fireplaces, walkout decks, and washers and dryers.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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And among the particularly popular swag handed out by various brands around the Croisette were sun lotion, as well as hand and electric fans.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
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