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
Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
And whenever there is some upheaval in the world, or in our community, Leimert Park has always been this galvanizing place where everybody comes together to learn what’s going on, to find out what the solutions are and what the marching orders are.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
There’s no warmth in this movie, which is drained of emotional affect despite the galvanizing filmmaking that potentially promises otherwise.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 24 Apr. 2026
The Gaza protests had been galvanizing for Republicans, who, even before October 7th, had viewed universities as captured by radical thinking on race and politics, rife with grade inflation, and intolerant of conservatives.
—Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Her novel attitude toward the creative potential of everyday objects was fueled by a collaborative energy and an embrace of the tension between art and design—a tension that remains both unresolved and galvanizing today.
—Eliza Goodpasture, ARTnews.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Moura is not afraid to use the humanizing, galvanizing power of art as a weapon.
—Jeremy Strong, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
Accountability for public officials who have used the office for their own gain and abdicated the grave responsibilities vested in them is popular and a galvanizing political force.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 14 Apr. 2026
As the courtroom developments unfolded, there were signs that the mayor's troubles were galvanizing opposition against Erdogan's government, which has run Turkey for 22 years.
—Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
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
Using animations of Eddie and talking-head interviews with famous fans including Javier Bardem, Metallica’s Lars Ulrich, Chuck D, and the Cure’s Simon Gallup, among others, the doc traces the group’s East London origins, galvanizing a loyal fanbase that now sees them in arenas and stadiums.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
And whenever there is some upheaval in the world, or in our community, Leimert Park has always been this galvanizing place where everybody comes together to learn what’s going on, to find out what the solutions are and what the marching orders are.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2026
There’s no warmth in this movie, which is drained of emotional affect despite the galvanizing filmmaking that potentially promises otherwise.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 24 Apr. 2026
The Gaza protests had been galvanizing for Republicans, who, even before October 7th, had viewed universities as captured by radical thinking on race and politics, rife with grade inflation, and intolerant of conservatives.
—Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Her novel attitude toward the creative potential of everyday objects was fueled by a collaborative energy and an embrace of the tension between art and design—a tension that remains both unresolved and galvanizing today.
—Eliza Goodpasture, ARTnews.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Moura is not afraid to use the humanizing, galvanizing power of art as a weapon.
—Jeremy Strong, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
Accountability for public officials who have used the office for their own gain and abdicated the grave responsibilities vested in them is popular and a galvanizing political force.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 14 Apr. 2026
As the courtroom developments unfolded, there were signs that the mayor's troubles were galvanizing opposition against Erdogan's government, which has run Turkey for 22 years.
—Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanizing
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Some draw you for history held in their walls, some for breathtaking views, others for design, discretion, or their quiet gravitas.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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But for the first time in modern automotive history, the industry’s center of gravity appears to be China-bound at breathtaking speed.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Verb
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White Sox fans got the last laugh on Sunday afternoon as their squad completed a wild, thrilling comeback victory over their crosstown rivals.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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In a thrilling double bill, Shawn himself has been performing his 1990 monologue The Fever on the same stage, nights when the moths are dark.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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The series itself follows the famed adventurer as he's joined by celebrities for exciting journeys in the wilderness.—
Brenton Blanchet,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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Watch the official livestream replay now and immerse yourself in one of the most exciting student fashion events in the world.—
Kayla Rivera,
AJC.com,
19 May 2026
Verb
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At equivalent levels of GDP per capita, India is generating more solar electricity, using far less coal and electrifying transport faster than China did.—
Ingmar Rentzhog,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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For sports fans, especially those worshipful of King Eric, this is pure cinematic cocaine, neatly chopped out, electrifying at first although too much of it could leave you feeling jaded and jangly.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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An interesting wine list includes English sparkling wines like Hundred Hills, and there are 5,000 more bottles in the cellar.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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The psychologist found these analogies interesting.—
Weike Wang,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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The stories featured in this documentary are emotional and inspiring.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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The emergence of Dorion as a serious contender for the top job last week, and the organization immediately seeming to fold in the face of significant public outcry and criticism, wasn’t exactly confidence-inspiring.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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All three are intriguing and versatile forwards who are all entering at least their 10th seasons next year.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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On the other hand, pushing against this inevitability is a much more intriguing concept than simply presenting it as-is, over and over again, even when its specifics are disguised by a fable.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
IndieWire,
18 May 2026
Adjective
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For a sustainable and stylish way to cruise around town, suite guests have complimentary access to a custom electric Moke jeep for the remainder of the year.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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What’s the end goal for the electric toothbrush?—
Caroline Rose Giuliani,
New Yorker,
19 May 2026
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