galvanize

• 动词，表示激励或刺激某人采取行动，也指在金属表面镀锌以防腐蚀。

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.

   使行动起来

   • 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.

   同义词electrifyimpeljoltprodrousespurstartlestir

   反义词demoralizedeterdiscouragedisheartendissuade

2. Coat with metalC2formaltechnical

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

   镀锌

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

   同义词electroplateplatezinc