arouse

//əˈraʊz//
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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.

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