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Vocabulary Entry
arouse
|verb • verb
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V
verb
To evoke or bring about a feeling, emotion, or response.
Example Sentences
"The movie aimed to arouse feelings of nostalgia among its audience."
"Her speech was powerful enough to arouse a sense of urgency in the crowd."
"The scent of fresh bread can arouse a strong appetite."
"His actions did little to arouse her interest in the project."
V
verb
To awaken from sleep.
Example Sentences
"She tried to arouse him gently so he wouldn't be startled."
"The loud noise outside was enough to arouse everyone in the house."
"It took some time to arouse the child from his deep slumber."
"He set an alarm to arouse him early the next morning."