Pronunciation

/əˈraʊz/

Definitions

• Verb: To awaken, stimulate, or instill a feeling or response in someone. For example: “The music aroused her emotions.”
• Noun: An act or instance of arousing; a stimulation or excitement. For example: “The lecture was so engaging that it aroused great interest.”

Phrases

• “Arouse someone’s curiosity” means to make someone want to know more.
• “Aroused by the news” indicates a reaction to a particular piece of information.
• “Aroused from sleep” describes being awakened from slumber.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “The early morning sunlight aroused the birds from their nests.”
• Noun: “The discussion in class aroused a lively debate among the students.”
• Phrasal Verb: “She was aroused by the sound of breaking glass.”

Synonyms

• Wake up
• Stir
• Excite
• Ignite
• Stimulate
• Provoke

Antonyms

• Calm
• Dull
• Sedate
• Quell
• Suppress