adj
arousing
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Arousing (adj) means causing excitement, interest, or sexual stimulation.
adj
1
Causing excitement, interest, or sexual stimulation.
"The trailer promised an arousing mix of suspense and romance."
How to use arousing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that stirs up excitement or arousal.
Common pairings
arousing scene
sexually arousing
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Word forms
- Plural
- arousings
- Comparative
- more arousing
- Superlative
- most arousing
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What is the meaning of arousing?
"arousing" (adj) means causing excitement, interest, or sexual stimulation.
What is the opposite of arousing?
Opposites of "arousing" include soporific, boring.
How do you use arousing in a sentence?
Example: "The trailer promised an arousing mix of suspense and romance."
