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
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
Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 1 Feb. 2026
Though Bad Bunny has always found ways to weave his opinions into his work since early in his career, there have been several galvanizing moments that led him here.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 26 Jan. 2026
Yet long before the issue of fraud became a galvanizing issue for the right — and fodder for conservative influencers — federal prosecutors in Minnesota had zeroed in on Bock.
—Michael Kaplan, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
For this reason, examples of its graft and hypocrisy are particularly galvanizing.
—Karim Sadjadpour, The Atlantic, 10 Jan. 2026
Pierce made the most of that opportunity, galvanizing the locker room while leading the Raiders to a 5-4 finish.
—Dan Duggan, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
One of them clearly has to be fear, but also there’s something galvanizing about pushing through that fear.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 19 Dec. 2025
In addition to justifying the party’s authority at home, this narrative of historical grievance provides the foundation for an assertive foreign policy, galvanizing Beijing’s recurring appeals to sovereignty and noninterference and its claims of affinity with countries across the developing world.
—Zongyuan Zoe Liu, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
The death of Taylor, a 26-year-old emergency room technician, became a galvanizing issue in the Black Lives Matter movement in 2020, leading to calls for search warrant reform across the nation and months of nightly protests in Louisville.
—Karla Ward Lexington Herald-Leader, Arkansas Online, 16 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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 doc is galvanizing conservatives in the South and South-central part of the country.
—Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 1 Feb. 2026
Though Bad Bunny has always found ways to weave his opinions into his work since early in his career, there have been several galvanizing moments that led him here.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 26 Jan. 2026
Yet long before the issue of fraud became a galvanizing issue for the right — and fodder for conservative influencers — federal prosecutors in Minnesota had zeroed in on Bock.
—Michael Kaplan, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
For this reason, examples of its graft and hypocrisy are particularly galvanizing.
—Karim Sadjadpour, The Atlantic, 10 Jan. 2026
Pierce made the most of that opportunity, galvanizing the locker room while leading the Raiders to a 5-4 finish.
—Dan Duggan, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
One of them clearly has to be fear, but also there’s something galvanizing about pushing through that fear.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 19 Dec. 2025
In addition to justifying the party’s authority at home, this narrative of historical grievance provides the foundation for an assertive foreign policy, galvanizing Beijing’s recurring appeals to sovereignty and noninterference and its claims of affinity with countries across the developing world.
—Zongyuan Zoe Liu, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
The death of Taylor, a 26-year-old emergency room technician, became a galvanizing issue in the Black Lives Matter movement in 2020, leading to calls for search warrant reform across the nation and months of nightly protests in Louisville.
—Karla Ward Lexington Herald-Leader, Arkansas Online, 16 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanizing
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Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate reacted to that breathtaking strike by putting their hands on their head in disbelief.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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With thousands of romantic restaurants, breathtaking views, and honeymoon-ready hotels, the Eternal City tops a new global list.—
Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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For decades, Bonaly’s thrilling move could only be witnessed at exhibitions.—
Fernanda Figueroa,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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How quickly, how brutally, things had unravelled after the buzz of making the breakthrough in such thrilling fashion.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The park offers one of the most exciting wildlife experiences in Southern Africa, with a million acres of biodiverse savannas, wetlands, and montane rainforests, and a range of animals that includes buffalo herds, lion prides, and an array of birds.—
Lisa Grainger,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Feb. 2026
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That changed two years ago, when the ISU lifted its ban in a bid to make the sport more exciting and popular among younger fans.—
Fernanda Figueroa,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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Finnsson added that the costs of using cleaner fuels or electrifying fleets have also prompted resistance.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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During his electrifying performance, Bad Bunny brought out Ricky Martin and Lady Gaga.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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And Riera — who has arrived from NK Celje in Slovenia — is an interesting person.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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What’s interesting is the NBA has moved away from some events that either have become stale or manipulated, such as the skills competition giving way at next week’s All-Star Weekend.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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As the nation honors Black History Month, stories of resilience, innovation, and community impact take center stage — none more inspiring than the journey of Trish Miller.—
Jobina Fortson-Evans,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
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For fans at home, watching a professional athlete battle through injury can be inspiring.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Even a seeming villain like Dunster’s Archie gets intriguing shading over the course of the season.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Feb. 2026
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And what an intriguing story regarding 28-0 Elsinore.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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In recent years, the Chicago Auto Show has been steering toward electric vehicles, following the ambitious state and national agenda to convert the industry from combustion engines to cleaner technology, incentivized by governmental tax credits and rebates.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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Conventional submarines rely on diesel engines for surface cruising and battery charging, while underwater movement depends entirely on electric propulsion.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Galvanizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/galvanizing. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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