Arouse

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -aÊŠz

Origin

- + rouse.

Full definition of arouse

Verb

1. To stimulate feelings.
• 1907, w, The Younger Set Chapter 8, “ My tastes,” he said, still smiling, “ incline me to the garishly sunlit side of this planet.” And, to tease her and arouse her to combat : “ I prefer a farandole to a nocturne ; I'd rather have a painting than an etching ; … ”
• 1913, w, Lord Stranleigh Abroad Chapter 5, She removed Stranleigh’s coat with a dexterity that aroused his imagination.
• The new building proposals in the village are arousing unneeded discomfort.
2. To sexually stimulate.
• I can't keep my eyes off the dancer; she arouses me greatly.
3. To wake from sleep or stupor.
• She was snoring and nothing would arouse her.

Anagrams

• Roseau