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- [gal-vuh-nahyz]
- /ˈgæl vəˌnaɪz/
- /ˌɡæl.və.naɪ.ˈzeɪ.ʃən/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [gal-vuh-nahyz]
- /ˈgæl vəˌnaɪz/
Definitions of galvanization word
- verb with object galvanization to stimulate by or as if by a galvanic current. 1
- verb with object galvanization Medicine/Medical. to stimulate or treat (muscles or nerves) with induced direct current (distinguished from faradize). 1
- verb with object galvanization to startle into sudden activity; stimulate. 1
- verb with object galvanization to coat (metal, especially iron or steel) with zinc. 1
- noun galvanization The act or process of galvanizing. 1
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Origin of galvanization
First appearance:
before 1795 One of the 43% newest English words
1795-1805; < French galvaniser, named after Luigi Galvani; see -ize
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Parts of speech for Galvanization
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galvanization popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 57% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
galvanization usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for galvanization
noun galvanization
- joy — a female given name.
- hilarity — cheerfulness; merriment; mirthfulness.
- gladness — feeling joy or pleasure; delighted; pleased: glad about the good news; glad that you are here.
- gaiety — the state of being joyous, vivacious, or cheerful.
- sprightliness — animated or vivacious; lively.
Antonyms for galvanization
noun galvanization
- sadness — affected by unhappiness or grief; sorrowful or mournful: to feel sad because a close friend has moved away.
- sorrow — distress caused by loss, affliction, disappointment, etc.; grief, sadness, or regret.
- woe — grievous distress, affliction, or trouble: His woe was almost beyond description.
- agitation — If someone is in a state of agitation, they are very worried or upset, and show this in their behaviour, movements, or voice.
- upset — to overturn: to upset a pitcher of milk.
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