galvanic

🇺🇸 /ɡælˈvænɪk/ 🇬🇧 /ɡælˈvænɪk/
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adjective
R

relating to or producing an electric current from a chemical reaction

The scientist used a galvanic cell to generate electricity for the experiment.

R

causing a strong or sudden reaction

The news of the unexpected election result had a galvanic effect on the public.

translation

adj. relating to or producing an electric current from a chemical reaction; causing a strong or sudden reaction