electricity
Translation
electricity, power
Examples
The house is heated by electricity.
The house is heated by electricity.
There was a feeling of electricity in the air.
There was a feeling of electricity in the air.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) a form of energy The house is powered by electricity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: power, energy, current
Etymology
From Greek 'elektron' (amber), because rubbing amber creates static electricity. The suffix '-ity' denotes a state or quality.
Memory Tips
Imagine a city lighting up at night – that's the power of electricity.