galvanize

• Verb, das ausdrückt, jemanden plötzlich zu erregen oder zum Handeln anzutreiben, oder Metall mit einer schützenden Zinkschicht zu überziehen.

A verb used to indicate the act of shocking or exciting someone into taking action, or to coat metal with a protective layer of zinc.

1. Shock into actionC1formal

   To cause someone to suddenly take action, especially by shocking or exciting them.

   Zum Handeln aufrütteln

   • The tragic event galvanized the community into demanding change.
   • Her passionate speech galvanized the audience to volunteer.
   • The report galvanized the government into implementing new policies.

   Synonymeelectrifyimpeljoltprodrousespurstartlestir

   Antonymedemoralizedeterdiscouragedisheartendissuade

2. Coat with metalC2formaltechnical

   To cover iron or steel with a protective layer of zinc to prevent rust.

   Verzinken

   • The factory galvanizes steel beams for construction projects.
   • Galvanized pipes are more resistant to corrosion.
   • They used galvanized metal for the outdoor fence.

   Synonymeelectroplateplatezinc