electrify

verb

elec·​tri·​fy i-ˈlek-trə-ˌfī 

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electrified; electrifying

transitive verb

1

a

: to charge with electricity

b(1)

: to equip for use of electric power

(2)

: to supply with electric power

(3)

: to amplify (music) electronically

2

: to excite intensely or suddenly

the news electrified the nation

Synonyms

• charge
• excite
• exhilarate
• galvanize
• intoxicate
• pump up
• thrill
• titillate
• turn on

Examples of electrify in a Sentence

Many of the rural areas still aren't electrified.

The news electrified the nation.

Recent Examples on the Web

Cities are getting more crowded and traffic is getting more intense, while at the same time, our transportation choices are getting electrified. —William Roberson, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024

The tour showcased her ability to seamlessly blend introspective storytelling with electrifying live performances, resonating with audiences of all ages. —Kristen Wisneski, Billboard, 19 Nov. 2024

Zachariah Branch had the dynamic speed and electrifying big-play ability. —Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2024

Global automakers face pressure to electrify from other governments and have already poured billions into battery and production-line development. —Aarian Marshall, WIRED, 22 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1745, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

electrify

verb

elec·​tri·​fy i-ˈlek-trə-ˌfī 

electrified; electrifying

1

a

: to charge with electricity

b

: to equip for use of electric power or supply with electric power

2

: to cause to feel great or sudden excitement : thrill

electrified the audience

electrification

-ˌlek-trə-fə-ˈkā-shən

noun