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Arouse (verb) means to stir up or bring about a feeling, reaction, or interest.
verb
1
To stir up or bring about a feeling, reaction, or interest.
"The strange noise aroused her suspicion."
"His speech aroused strong emotions in the crowd."
2
To sexually excite someone.
"The scent of her perfume aroused him instantly."
3
To wake someone from sleep.
"A loud crash aroused him from a deep sleep."
How to use arouse
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo stir up a feeling or reaction — suspicion, interest, excitement, or being woken up.
Common pairings
arouse suspicion
arouse interest
arouse curiosity
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Word forms
- Third person singular
- arouses
- Past tense
- aroused
Etymology
Formed in English from a- plus "rouse".
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What is the meaning of arouse?
"arouse" (verb) means to stir up or bring about a feeling, reaction, or interest.
What is another word for arouse?
Other words for "arouse" include fire, sex, wake, raise, awake, stir.
What is the opposite of arouse?
Opposites of "arouse" include allay, quiet, pacify, assuage, still.
What are the different meanings of arouse?
"arouse" has 3 main meanings: 1. To stir up or bring about a feeling, reaction, or interest; 2. To sexually excite someone; 3. To wake someone from sleep.
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