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Electric

Verb / ɪˈlektrɪk / Another word for electric — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Electric means relating to or operating by electricity or producing electricity.

Synonyms & similar words

galvanizing galvanising electricautomobile galvanic electrical electriccar powered electrified electronic digital automatic mechanical robotic automated computerized energized charged live current dynamic vigorous lively energetic stimulating thrilling electrifying

Synonyms by register

Formal

electrical electrified charged

Informal

powered plugged-in live

Literary

fiery sparkling vivid

Antonyms

mechanical manual natural non-powered unpowered static

Common collocations

  • electric current
  • electric shock
  • electric car
  • electric guitar
  • electric field
  • electric power
  • electric motor

Word family

noun electricity
verb electrify
adjective electric
adverb electrically

Usage note

Often used to describe devices or phenomena related to electricity. Can also be used figuratively to describe something exciting or intense.

Example sentences

  1. I plugged in my electric guitar and played a song for my friends.
  2. The electric fan keeps me cool on hot summer days.
  3. My dad drives an electric car to work.
  4. The electric company turned off our power because we didn't pay the bill.
  5. I learned about electric circuits in science class today.

Quotes

  • Electricity is really just organized lightning. - George Carlin
  • I have always thought that if the motorcar is an extension of the feet, then the electric motorcar is an extension of the body. - William Morris
  • The electric light did not come from the continuous improvement of candles. - Oren Harari

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