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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

galvanizes

/ˈɡælvənaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does galvanizes mean?

verb

to give a sudden shock or stimulus to (someone or something), typically in order to make them more energetic or enthusiastic; to coat (a metal) with a layer of zinc to protect it from rust.

Example

"The news of the new policy galvanizes the community to take action."

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