Electric

/ɪˈlɛktrɪk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Electricity, often used informally.

We are experiencing issues with the electric; the lights keep flickering.

adjective

Relating to, operated by, or producing electricity.

The electric car charges quickly and efficiently.

Exciting or thrilling; causing strong feelings.

The performance was electric, leaving the audience in awe.

Describing something that is powered by electricity.

We installed electric heating to keep the house warm during winter.

Of or relating to electric current or its effects.

The electric field around the charged particle was strong.

Having the characteristics of electricity, often used to describe music or sound.

The band's electric sound captivated the crowd.

From the Greek 'ēlektron', meaning 'amber', from its property of attracting small particles when rubbed.

electric mood

A mood that is exciting and full of energy.

electric guitar

A guitar that uses electric pickups to amplify sound.

electric blue

A bright vivid blue color.

electric current

The flow of electric charge.

electricity

The set of physical phenomena associated with the presence and motion of electric charge.

electrical

Relating to electricity or electrical devices.

electron

A subatomic particle with a negative charge, fundamental to electricity.

electrolyte

A substance that produces an electrically conducting solution when dissolved.

Exciting or fantastic.

That concert was electric!

Highly charged or energized.

The discussion became electric with ideas.