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galvanization

galvanization

1 7.9
A sudden action that makes people or groups get more active
  • noun
  • /ˌɡælvənaɪˈzeɪʃən/
translation icon : activación
  • The galvanization of the workforce led to increased productivity and enthusiasm during the project.

Examples

  • The surprise announcement led to an immediate galvanization of public opinion.

  • The coach's speech was a great galvanization for the team.

  • The leader's speech was a galvanization for the movement.

  • There was a noticeable galvanization of the team after their early setback.

  • After the meeting, there was a galvanization of ideas among the staff.

  • After the meeting, the galvanization of the team inspired them to tackle the challenges ahead with new energy.

  • The galvanization of youth activism in recent years has sparked a significant shift in public opinion.

Synonyms

activating
vsgalvanization
1 3.6

A process that makes something start working or gain power

initiates sudden activity and heightened energy instead of a slow start
energizing
vsgalvanization
1 4.1

An action that gives energy and makes someone feel more active

triggers sudden activity and a sharp increase in energy
electrification
vsgalvanization
5.6

Making people feel very excited

causes sudden energetic action rather than mainly emotional thrill

Surface Forms

galvanization singular
galvanizations plural

Morphology

galvanization = galvanize (semi-transparent) = galvanize + ation

This sense is a figurative extension from physical stimulation by electric current to stimulating people, so the morphological link is clear but the meaning has shifted.

Etymology

A helpful way to remember galvanization in the figurative sense is to think of an electric shock from Galvani's experiments: to 'galvanize' someone is to give them sudden energy or action. So galvanization means a burst of energy that wakes people into activity.