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stimulate

/stˈɪmjəlˌeɪt/ · 3 syllables

Meaning

verb

  1. act as a stimulant
    “The book stimulated her imagination”
  2. cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner
    “The ads induced me to buy a VCR”
  3. stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of
    “These stories shook the community”
  4. cause to be alert and energetic
    “Coffee and tea stimulate me”
  5. cause to occur rapidly
    “the infection precipitated a high fever and allergic reactions”
  6. stir feelings in
    “stimulate my appetite”
  7. provide the needed stimulus for

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