Synonyms for

Stimulated

Verb / ˈstɪmjʌˌleɪtɪd / Another word for stimulated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To encourage something to happen or develop.

Synonyms & similar words

induce deenergize aroused sedate energize shakeup rush excite stir cause brace hasten have provoke get deenergise stirred stimulate arouse perkup shake stifle energise stirredup make encouraged motivated sparked roused ignited provoked inspired aroused activated galvanized animated invigorated whetted awakened

Synonyms by register

Formal

activated energized provoked excited

Informal

pumped up fired up jazzed hyped

Literary

quickened roused animated

Antonyms

uninterested uninspired lethargic apathetic dormant passive unresponsive

Common collocations

  • stimulated growth
  • stimulated imagination
  • stimulated by
  • mentally stimulated
  • physically stimulated
  • sexually stimulated
  • interest stimulated

Word family

noun stimulation
verb stimulate
adjective stimulating
adverb stimulatively

Usage note

Often used in contexts related to growth, development, or increased activity. Be mindful of the specific context, as 'stimulated' can apply to biological, economic, or psychological situations.

Example sentences

  1. The caffeine in the coffee stimulated her brain.
  2. The loud music stimulated the partygoers to dance.
  3. The new project stimulated the company's profits.
  4. The bright colors stimulated the baby's senses.
  5. The teacher stimulated the class to think critically.

Quotes

  • “The greatest good you can do for another is not just share your riches, but reveal to them their own.” - Benjamin Disraeli
  • “True happiness...is not attained through self-gratification, but through fidelity to a worthy purpose.” - Helen Keller
  • “A creative man is motivated by the desire to achieve, not by the desire to beat others.” - Ayn Rand

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