noun

arousal

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Arousal (noun) means the state of being stimulated or excited, whether emotionally, mentally, or sexually.

noun

The state of being stimulated or excited, whether emotionally, mentally, or sexually.

"The therapist explained how anxiety and physical arousal are closely linked."

"The film was praised for building suspense without relying on shock or arousal."

How to use arousal

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA state of being stirred up or stimulated — used for emotional, physical, or sexual excitement.

Common pairings

sexual arousal state of arousal level of arousal

arousals plural

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Formed from "arouse" plus the noun-forming suffix "-al".

stimulation rousing foreplay

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perusal refusal spousal

What is the meaning of arousal?

"arousal" (noun) means the state of being stimulated or excited, whether emotionally, mentally, or sexually.

What is another word for arousal?

Other words for "arousal" include stimulation, rousing, foreplay.

How do you use arousal in a sentence?

Example: "The therapist explained how anxiety and physical arousal are closely linked."

exciting waking inspiring stirring stimulation foreplay rousing petting