Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: Relating to electricity produced by chemical action or having a strong, exciting effect, similar to an electric shock.

Example: The speaker's galvanic presence energized the entire audience.

Definition: To shock or excite someone into taking action or to stimulate a response.

Example: The speech was designed to galvanise the audience into supporting the campaign.

Definition: A type of electricity that is produced directly, often through chemical means, and is used for therapeutic purposes, such as stimulating nerves and muscles.

Example: The doctor used galvanism to help relieve the patient's pain during treatment.

Definition: The process of stimulating or exciting someone or something into action or activity.

Example: The galvanization of the community led to significant improvements in local infrastructure.

Definition: A type of metal that has been coated with zinc to prevent rusting, often used in construction and roofing.

Example: The roof was made of galvanized steel to protect it from the rain.

Definition: To encourage someone to take action or to become more active and aware of something.

Example: The speech was meant to galvanize the community into action for the upcoming election.

Definition: A person or thing that stimulates or encourages others to take action or to be more active.

Example: The speaker was a galvanizer, inspiring the audience to get involved in community service.

Definition: A device that measures small electric currents by using the effects of magnetism on a coil or needle.

Example: The scientist used a galvanometer to measure the tiny electric current flowing through the circuit.

Definition: Relating to the measurement of electric current using a device called a galvanometer.

Example: The galvanometric method is often used in laboratories to measure small electric currents accurately.

Definition: A device that shows whether there is an electric current and which way it is flowing by moving a magnetic needle.

Example: The scientist used a galvanoscope to measure the electric current in the circuit.

Definition: A strategy or plan, often used at the beginning of a situation, that involves making a sacrifice or taking a risk to gain an advantage.

Example: His opening gambit in the negotiation surprised everyone at the table.