adj
Uncommon
stimulating
Stimulating (adj) means arousing interest, energy, or thought. Example: “It was a stimulating conversation that lasted well past midnight.”
adj
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Arousing interest, energy, or thought.
"It was a stimulating conversation that lasted well past midnight."
"The museum offers a stimulating exhibition that keeps children curious for hours."
"I find a brisk morning walk surprisingly stimulating."
How to use stimulating
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that keeps your mind or energy engaged, in a good way.
Common pairings
stimulating conversation
intellectually stimulating
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more stimulating
- Superlative
- most stimulating
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Synonyms
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unstimulating
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Rhymes for stimulating
See all rhymes for stimulating →Frequently asked questions
What is a common mistake when using stimulating in a sentence?
A common error is confusing stimulating with stimulated, since both come from the same verb but function differently as adjectives. Stimulating describes the source of the effect ("a stimulating lecture"), while stimulated describes the person affected ("the stimulated audience").
What is the meaning of stimulating?
"stimulating" (adj) means arousing interest, energy, or thought.
What is another word for stimulating?
Other words for "stimulating" include invigorating, thought-provoking, exciting, engaging, energizing, electrifying.
What is the opposite of stimulating?
The opposite of "stimulating" is unstimulating.
