Arouse
verb
/əˈraʊz/
To make someone feel strong feelings, like being excited or happy.
Examples
- The funny movie can arouse a lot of laughter in the whole family.
- The smell of cookies baking can arouse my hunger for a tasty treat.
- When we play music, it can arouse happy feelings in everyone.
Synonyms
wake
stir
excite
inspire
cheer
energize
Antonyms
calm
sadden
bore
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