Examples of “stimulate” in a Sentence

verb To encourage activity, growth, or interest.

• Lower interest rates are meant to stimulate the economy.
• The teacher used games to stimulate curiosity in the classroom.
• Bright pictures and puzzles can stimulate children's interest in reading.

verb To arouse a physical or nervous response.

• Exercise stimulates the release of endorphins.
• The doctor used a gentle current to stimulate the muscle in his arm.
• Strong coffee can stimulate your nervous system and make you feel alert.