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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galvanizing

Perhaps, someday in the future, the spirit of 2020 will be revived with a new galvanizing philosophy: Most of our fellow citizens might actually be good people.

From Slate ● Aug. 17, 2026

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Grassroots efforts at the municipal level have been far more effective in galvanizing resistance to the creation of new immigration prisons.

From Salon ● Aug. 6, 2026

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She said the peaceful demonstrations since the start of the sprawling immigration raids were a strength of the movement galvanizing against the raids.

From Barron's ● Jan. 31, 2026

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According to Ms. Weinman, the trial had a galvanizing effect.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 2, 2026

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“I should tell her I’ve arrived,” Pet said, and Jam jumped up, a current of alarm galvanizing her.

From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi