electric

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adjective

elec·tric i-ˈlek-trik How to pronounce electric (audio)

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or electrical

i-ˈlek-tri-kəl How to pronounce electric (audio)

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: of, relating to, or operated by electricity

an electric current

an electric heater

: exciting as if by electric shock

an electric performance

an electric personality

also : charged with strong emotion

the room was electric with tension

: electronic sense 3a

: amplifying sound by electronic means

—used of a musical instrument

an electric guitar

: very bright

electric blue

electric orange

electrically

i-ˈlek-tri-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce electric (audio)

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adverb

electric

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noun

archaic : a nonconductor of electricity used to excite or accumulate electricity

: something (such as a light, automobile, or train) operated by electricity

Did you know?

The word electric is derived from the Greek word for amber, elektron. It is only in modern times that practical use has been made of electricity, but some electrical phenomena have been known since antiquity. Certain philosophers of ancient Greece found that by rubbing amber with a piece of cloth, they could enable the amber to pick up light objects, such as feathers. In the 17th century, students of natural science began to discover that other natural phenomena were related to the effect of friction on amber.

Example Sentences

Adjective The device administers a mild electric shock. It plugs into any electric socket. The electrical cord is damaged. There's a problem with the building's electrical wiring. The pianist gave an electric performance. The atmosphere in the room was electric. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Mercedes-Benz sold just over 4,000 of its EQS electric luxury sedan in the U.S. alone in the first half.

Ben Foldy, WSJ, 7 Sep. 2022 And in my bedroom, an electric blanket Is wrapped around me, humming softly.

Geoffrey Nutter, The New York Review of Books, 7 Sep. 2022 So has the increasing number of electric bikes in the Divvy fleet, the company said.

Sarah Freishtat, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022 And with more than 100 Justice40-eligible programs through the Department of Energy, Kentucky's coal-reliant utilities, including rural electric cooperatives, could see funds for transitioning to renewable energy.

Connor Giffin, The Courier-Journal, 7 Sep. 2022 Not to mention as yet unreleased models like the electric Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Silverado.

Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 7 Sep. 2022 Under the strain of triple-digit temperatures in a punishing heat wave, California electric grid operators warned Tuesday of possible rolling blackouts but never took the step.

Phil Helsel, NBC News, 7 Sep. 2022 Its deep and honest lyrics are carried by the strings of an electric guitar where Camilo and Sanz meet vocally to sing in a subtle way to jealousy.

Billboard Staff, Billboard, 6 Sep. 2022 Heidi Klum and Snoop Dogg are bringing an electric surprise to viewers during next week's season finale.

Daniela Avila, Peoplemag, 6 Sep. 2022

Noun

The Aggies haven’t had this electric of a preseason Heisman Trophy candidate at running back since ’Lectric Leeland McElroy himself in 1995.

Brent Zwerneman, San Antonio Express-News, 27 Aug. 2022 Tuscaloosa County will later also manufacture the EQE SUV, a smaller five-seat version, and eventually its luxury electric Maybach SUV.

William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al, 25 Aug. 2022 Electrobats and another electric by Riker won a series of five-mile sprint races against gasoline Duryea automobiles in 1896.

Kevin A. Wilson, Car and Driver, 17 Aug. 2022 The Pettit is already near or over budget for electric and gas and well over costs of a year ago.

Lori Nickel, Journal Sentinel, 27 June 2022 The sharp drop for Tesla comes as sales of new energy vehicles in China more than doubled, as the world’s largest car market aggressively promotes switching to electric.

Laura He, CNN, 9 Aug. 2022 The hybrid setup, meanwhile, makes 221 horses, while the plug-in nets 261 and offers up to 33 miles of electric-only driving, per the EPA.

Austin Irwin, Car and Driver, 28 Apr. 2022 Gas-powered versus electric is another factor to think about.

Alex Rennie, Popular Mechanics, 28 July 2022 The shop rents bikes for $50 per day for manual styles and $75 for electric.

Andrea Sachs, Washington Post, 22 July 2022 See More

单词	electrics
释义	electric 1 of 2 adjective elec·tric i-ˈlek-trik ē- 1 or electrical i-ˈlek-tri-kəl ē- : of, relating to, or operated by electricity an electric current an electric heater 2 : exciting as if by electric shock an electric performance an electric personality also : charged with strong emotion the room was electric with tension 3 a : electronic sense 3a b : amplifying sound by electronic means —used of a musical instrument an electric guitar 4 : very bright electric blue electric orange electrically i-ˈlek-tri-k(ə-)lē ē- adverb electric 2 of 2 noun 1 archaic : a nonconductor of electricity used to excite or accumulate electricity 2 : something (such as a light, automobile, or train) operated by electricity Did you know? The word electric is derived from the Greek word for amber, elektron. It is only in modern times that practical use has been made of electricity, but some electrical phenomena have been known since antiquity. Certain philosophers of ancient Greece found that by rubbing amber with a piece of cloth, they could enable the amber to pick up light objects, such as feathers. In the 17th century, students of natural science began to discover that other natural phenomena were related to the effect of friction on amber. Synonyms Adjective breathtaking charged electrifying exciting exhilarating exhilarative galvanic galvanizing hair-raising heart-stopping inspiring intoxicating kicky mind-bending mind-blowing mind-boggling rip-roaring rousing stimulating stirring thrilling See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Adjective The device administers a mild electric shock. It plugs into any electric socket. The electrical cord is damaged. There's a problem with the building's electrical wiring. The pianist gave an electric performance. The atmosphere in the room was electric. See More Recent Examples on the Web Adjective Mercedes-Benz sold just over 4,000 of its EQS electric luxury sedan in the U.S. alone in the first half. Ben Foldy, WSJ, 7 Sep. 2022 And in my bedroom, an electric blanket Is wrapped around me, humming softly. Geoffrey Nutter, The New York Review of Books, 7 Sep. 2022 So has the increasing number of electric bikes in the Divvy fleet, the company said. Sarah Freishtat, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022 And with more than 100 Justice40-eligible programs through the Department of Energy, Kentucky's coal-reliant utilities, including rural electric cooperatives, could see funds for transitioning to renewable energy. Connor Giffin, The Courier-Journal, 7 Sep. 2022 Not to mention as yet unreleased models like the electric Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Silverado. Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 7 Sep. 2022 Under the strain of triple-digit temperatures in a punishing heat wave, California electric grid operators warned Tuesday of possible rolling blackouts but never took the step. Phil Helsel, NBC News, 7 Sep. 2022 Its deep and honest lyrics are carried by the strings of an electric guitar where Camilo and Sanz meet vocally to sing in a subtle way to jealousy. Billboard Staff, Billboard, 6 Sep. 2022 Heidi Klum and Snoop Dogg are bringing an electric surprise to viewers during next week's season finale. Daniela Avila, Peoplemag, 6 Sep. 2022 Noun The Aggies haven’t had this electric of a preseason Heisman Trophy candidate at running back since ’Lectric Leeland McElroy himself in 1995. Brent Zwerneman, San Antonio Express-News, 27 Aug. 2022 Tuscaloosa County will later also manufacture the EQE SUV, a smaller five-seat version, and eventually its luxury electric Maybach SUV. William Thornton \| Wthornton@al.com, al, 25 Aug. 2022 Electrobats and another electric by Riker won a series of five-mile sprint races against gasoline Duryea automobiles in 1896. Kevin A. Wilson, Car and Driver, 17 Aug. 2022 The Pettit is already near or over budget for electric and gas and well over costs of a year ago. Lori Nickel, Journal Sentinel, 27 June 2022 The sharp drop for Tesla comes as sales of new energy vehicles in China more than doubled, as the world’s largest car market aggressively promotes switching to electric. Laura He, CNN, 9 Aug. 2022 The hybrid setup, meanwhile, makes 221 horses, while the plug-in nets 261 and offers up to 33 miles of electric-only driving, per the EPA. Austin Irwin, Car and Driver, 28 Apr. 2022 Gas-powered versus electric is another factor to think about. Alex Rennie, Popular Mechanics, 28 July 2022 The shop rents bikes for $50 per day for manual styles and $75 for electric. Andrea Sachs, Washington Post, 22 July 2022 See More Word History Etymology Adjective New Latin electricus produced from amber by friction, electric, from Medieval Latin, of amber, from Latin electrum amber, electrum, from Greek ēlektron; akin to Greek ēlektōr beaming sun First Known Use Adjective 1722, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Noun 1646, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing electric electric bike electric eye electric field electric fence electric chair electric organ electric eel diesel-electric electric bicycle pre-electric electric ray See More electric bike electric eye electric field electric fence electric chair electric organ electric eel diesel-electric electric bicycle pre-electric electric ray See More Kids Definition electric adjective elec·tric i-ˈlek-trik 1 or electrical -tri-kəl : of or relating to electricity or its use an electric current electrical engineering 2 : heated, moved, made, or run by electricity an electric heater an electric locomotive 3 : giving off sounds through an electronic amplifier an electric guitar 4 : having a thrilling effect The singer gave an electric performance. Medical Definition electric adjective elec·tric i-ˈlek-trik variants or electrical -tri-kəl : of, relating to, or operated by electricity electrics noun plural of electric as in headlights Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance headlights candles lanterns flashlights floodlights chandeliers lightings lamps streetlights fluorescent lamps incandescent lamps sun lamps gaslights arc lamps light bulbs candelabra candelabras lighthouses sconces spotlights flashbulbs girandoles gasoliers klieg lights dark lanterns arc lights candelabrums flashcubes flares illuminants flashes beacons kleig lights
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electric

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