titillate

/tˈɪtɪlˌe‍ɪt/

/ˈtɪtəˌɫeɪt/

to titillate

MAIN VERB

touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements

synonyms : tickle

excite pleasurably or erotically

Examples

1. The surprise appearance of mythic Nordic water maidens titillates tourists.

2. This is truly titillating my appetite.

3. Although The Last Picture Show has recently turned 50 years old, it can still titillate audiences today!

4. Chris: YOU TITILLATE IT HAD NERDS IN THE AUDIENCE.