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Stimulates Meaning in English

word · lemma: stimulate

ˈstɪmjəˌɫeɪts
STIM-yuh-layts
stˈɪmjʊlˌeɪts
stim-YUH-layts

释义

To make something more active, energetic, or interested; to encourage an action or increased activity.

用法与细微差别

Formal and science/medical contexts ('stimulates the brain'). Common with words like 'growth', 'interest', 'production'. Not usually used for strong, immediate actions like 'excites'.

例句

Exercise stimulates the heart and muscles.

basic

The teacher stimulates discussion in class.

basic

Caffeine stimulates the brain.

basic

A good song often stimulates my creativity.

natural

This news stimulates a lot of interest among people.

natural

A little competition stimulates us to do better.

natural