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STIMULATES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Stimulates.

Stimulates - as a verb

Act as a stimulant

Example: "The book stimulated her imagination"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
excite15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
affect14bear onbear uponimpact12touch10touch on
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
stifle9

Cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner

Example: "The ads induced me to buy a vcr"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cause7get4have10induce9make10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cause to be alert and energetic

Example: "Coffee and tea stimulate me"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arouse6brace9energise9energize18perk up
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
affect14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
sedate7

Cause to occur rapidly

Example: "The infection precipitated a high fever and allergic reactions"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hasten9induce9rush7

Stir feelings in

Example: "Stimulate my appetite"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
excite15stir4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sensitise9sensitize18
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Provide the needed stimulus for

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
provoke16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
challenge15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Regular exercise stimulates blood circulation."
"Drinking coffee in the morning stimulates wakefulness."
"Playing video games stimulates cognitive function."
"The teacher's animated lecture stimulates student engagement."
"The spicy food stimulates taste buds."
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Word Game Points

Is STIMULATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, stimulates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

STIMULATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is STIMULATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, stimulates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STIMULATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is STIMULATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, stimulates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STIMULATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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