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to arouse
01
to wake from sleep or a state of rest
Intransitive
Examples
As the sun rose, he gradually aroused and greeted the new day.
02
to call forth or evoke specific emotions, feelings, or responses
Transitive: to arouse feelings
Examples
The captivating music had the power to arouse a deep sense of nostalgia in the listeners.
03
to stimulate someone or something to action or activity
Transitive: to arouse sb
Examples
The energetic beat of the drum served to arouse the soldiers before they marched into battle.
04
to cause someone to wake up
Transitive: to arouse sb
Examples
The gentle nudging of the alarm clock was intended to arouse her at the scheduled time.
05
to invoke sexual feelings of desire or excitement
Transitive: to arouse sb
Examples
The provocative dance routine was intended to arouse the audience and create a sensual atmosphere.
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