Electricity: meaning, definitions and examples
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electricity
[ ɪˌlɛkˈtrɪsɪti ]
power generation
Electricity is the set of physical phenomena associated with the presence and motion of electric charge. It is a form of energy that is easily converted into various other forms, such as light, heat, and sound. Electricity plays a crucial role in modern society, powering homes, businesses, and industries.
Synonyms
electric power, electrical energy, power.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| electricity |
General term referring to the flow of electric charge, typically in the context of household usage or utilities.
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| power |
A broad term that can refer to electricity in general but also to different forms of energy and influence, often used in everyday conversation or in contexts not strictly related to electricity.
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| electric power |
Refers specifically to the rate at which electric energy is transferred by an electric circuit, often used in the context of engineering or electrical systems.
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| electrical energy |
Describes the energy derived from electric potential and kinetic energy, used in scientific, technical, or educational settings.
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Examples of usage
- Electricity is generated by power plants and distributed through power lines.
- Many appliances in our homes, such as lights and refrigerators, run on electricity.
- Without electricity, our daily lives would be drastically different.
- The invention of the light bulb revolutionized the way we use electricity.
- Electricity is a fundamental part of our everyday lives.
Translations
Translations of the word "electricity" in other languages:
🇵🇹 eletricidade
🇮🇳 बिजली
🇩🇪 Elektrizität
🇮🇩 listrik
🇺🇦 електрика
🇵🇱 elektryczność
🇯🇵 電気 (でんき)
🇫🇷 électricité
🇪🇸 electricidad
🇹🇷 elektrik
🇰🇷 전기 (jeongi)
🇸🇦 كهرباء
🇨🇿 elektřina
🇸🇰 elektrina
🇨🇳 电 (diàn)
🇸🇮 elektrika
🇮🇸 rafmagn
🇰🇿 электр
🇬🇪 ელექტროენერგია
🇦🇿 elektrik
🇲🇽 electricidad
Etymology
The history of electricity dates back thousands of years, with early civilizations recognizing the phenomenon of static electricity. The modern understanding and harnessing of electricity began in the 18th century, with key figures such as Benjamin Franklin and Alessandro Volta making significant contributions. The development of electric power systems in the late 19th and early 20th centuries revolutionized industry, transportation, and communication. Today, electricity is a vital part of daily life, powering everything from lights and appliances to computers and smartphones.
See also: dielectric, electrical.