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to arouse
01
to wake from sleep or a state of rest
Intransitive
Example
As the sun rose, he gradually aroused and greeted the new day.
After a restful night, she slowly aroused, feeling refreshed and ready to start the morning.
02
to call forth or evoke specific emotions, feelings, or responses
Transitive: to arouse feelings
Example
The captivating music had the power to arouse a deep sense of nostalgia in the listeners.
The heartwarming story was crafted to arouse feelings of empathy and compassion among the readers.
03
to stimulate someone or something to action or activity
Transitive: to arouse sb
Example
The energetic beat of the drum served to arouse the soldiers before they marched into battle.
The energetic warm-up exercises served to arouse the participants before the intense workout session.
04
to cause someone to wake up
Transitive: to arouse sb
Example
The gentle nudging of the alarm clock was intended to arouse her at the scheduled time.
The bright sunlight streaming through the curtains gradually began to arouse the sleeping child.
05
to invoke sexual feelings of desire or excitement
Transitive: to arouse sb
Example
The provocative dance routine was intended to arouse the audience and create a sensual atmosphere.
The novel 's steamy passages were written to arouse the reader's imagination.
