galvanize

v. (also -ise) (-zing or -sing) 1 (often foll. By into) rouse forcefully, esp. By shock or excitement (was galvanized into action). 2 stimulate by or as by electricity. 3 coat (iron) with zinc to protect against rust.  galvanization n. [galvani, name of a physiologist]

v. t. To affect with galvanism; to subject to the action of electrical currents.