ELECTRIFY Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

electrify

verb

i-ˈlek-trə-ˌfī

Definition of electrify

as in to excite

to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings Marian Anderson electrified audiences with her soaring operatic voice

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Recent Examples of electrify In factories, projects to improve efficiency, move away from coal, electrify heat or secure cleaner power are already being developed. — Lewis Perkins, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026 The news sent shares of other stocks that power and electrify AI data centers higher, including GE Vernova and Eaton . — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 6 Oct. 2026 After its electrifying premiere, there were quickly reports that A24 is focused on a Best Picture campaign for the film in large part because the Academy’s fusty Documentary Branch may opt not to nominate it for Best Documentary Feature. — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 2 Oct. 2026 With 90 minutes of electrifying performances and a live showcase of their biggest hits, STRAYCITY became the largest concert Stray Kids has ever held in Mexico to date, according to organizers. — Natalia Cano, Billboard, 26 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for electrify

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Recent developments, such as Meta's Muse personal agent app and its latest proprietary foundation model, Muse Wonder, released earlier this week, have begun to excite investors who are optimistic about new AI business opportunities.

— Kif Leswing,Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026
And, continuing their hot streak, Celine and Chanel have buyers excited about next season’s ready-to-wear and accessory sales.

— Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of excite

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For me, getting to explore the interior lives of women with a rejection towards society’s pressure to have to uphold some false perfection — that’s really thrilling for me as an artist.

— Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 13 Oct. 2026
The Sinners actress was captured bringing the biggest fan energy in the stands as Allen helped lead Buffalo to a thrilling 37-34 overtime win at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on Monday.

— Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026

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