galvanizing

VERB

inspire, stimulate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arouse astonish energize excite frighten invigorate jolt motivate provoke shock spur startle stir stun

STRONG

animate awaken commove electrify fire innervate move pique prime quicken thrill vitalize wake

Antonyms

STRONGEST

bore calm comfort compose depress discourage dissuade expect lull quiet

STRONG

deaden dishearten dull

WEAK

deter disparage retard

Example Sentences

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Jofra Archer did just that, galvanising the crowd after tea on a steamy afternoon in Nottingham.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026

Hamilton also seems to have had a galvanising effect on Ferrari.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026

Every time the idea is promoted in the coming weeks will provide an opportunity for those on the pro-union side to express their opposition in the hope of galvanising their support.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

In "We Can Do" he aims to inspire youth to build connections, and in his galvanising "Ndakaaru" he celebrates the city of Dakar.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

Sometimes, in galvanising the medusa, the phosphorescence appears at the moment that the chain closes, though the exciters are not in immediate contact with the organs of the animal.

From Personal Narrative of Travels to the Equinoctial Regions of America, During the Year 1799-1804 — Volume 1 by Ross, Thomasina