arouse
//əˈraʊz//
Verb
arouseInfinitive
arousePresent tense
arousedPast tense
arousedPast participle
arousingPresent participle
arousesThird-person singular
1
To evoke or awaken a feeling, emotion, or response in someone.
The documentary aroused strong emotions in the audience.
2
To wake someone from sleep.
The loud thunder aroused me from a deep sleep.
3
To excite or stimulate someone sexually.
The romantic scene in the movie aroused the audience.