Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Stimulate.
How to pronounce stimulate:
US
Stimulate - as a verb
Act as a stimulant
Example: "The book stimulated her imagination"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
excite15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
affect14bear onbear uponimpact12touch10touch onHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
stifle9Cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner
Example: "The ads induced me to buy a vcr"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cause7get4have10induce9make10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of
Example: "These stories shook the community"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
excite15shake12stir4Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arouse6elicit8enkindle13evoke12fire7kindle11provoke16raise5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Cause to be alert and energetic
Example: "Coffee and tea stimulate me"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arouse6brace9energise9energize18perk upHypernyms (Closely Related)
affect14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
cathect14animate9quicken22reanimate11
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recreate10renovate11repair8revive12revivify20vivify18invigorate14reinvigorate16animate9enliven10invigorate14liven8liven up
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Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
sedate7Cause to occur rapidly
Example: "The infection precipitated a high fever and allergic reactions"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hasten9induce9rush7Stir feelings in
Example: "Stimulate my appetite"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
excite15stir4Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sensitise9sensitize18Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Provide the needed stimulus for
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
provoke16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
challenge15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Reading books can stimulate imagination."
"Certain foods can stimulate the brain."
"The bright colors of the painting stimulate the senses."
"Exercise can stimulate the release of endorphins."
"Scientists are trying to stimulate hair growth through innovative methods."
Word Game Points
Is STIMULATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, stimulate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
STIMULATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is STIMULATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, stimulate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSTIMULATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is STIMULATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, stimulate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSTIMULATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.