Galvanically

/ɡælˈvænɪkli/ adverb

Definition

In a galvanic manner; with the quality of being sudden, striking, or electrifying; electrically.

Etymology

From galvanic plus the -ally adverbial suffix, following standard English rules for converting adjectives to adverbs of manner.

Kelly Says

When something acts 'galvanically,' it means it strikes with the force of electricity—poets and writers love this word for describing moments of sudden awakening!

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