arouse
IPA: ɝˈaʊz
verb
- (transitive) To stimulate or induce (feelings).
- (transitive) To sexually stimulate.
- (transitive, euphemistic) To cause an erection of the penis or other physical signs of sexual arousal, such as fluid secretion.
- (transitive) To wake from sleep or stupor; to rouse.
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Examples of "arouse" in Sentences
- The contumely aroused a conflict.
- The award aroused controversy in the UK.
- The scheme aroused much anger among people.
- For jealousy arouses the fury of the husband.
- The delivered speech aroused anger from the crowd.
- This aroused the anger of the latter's political enemies.
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