stimulating
adjective
stim·u·lat·ing
ˈstim-yə-ˌlā-tiŋ 
: producing stimulation: such as
a
: enjoyably exciting or interesting
a very stimulating experience/environment
a stimulating discussion
"There is nothing more stimulating than a case where everything goes against you."—
Arthur Conan Doyle
Arthur Conan Doyle
b
: acting as a stimulant : producing increased energy or alertness
When nicotine reaches the brain it mimics the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which has a stimulating effect.—Laura Mansnerus
Laura MansnerusThey gave strong narcotic or stimulating drugs indiscriminately …—John Laffin
John LaffinSynonyms
Examples of stimulating in a Sentence
enjoys the good food and stimulating conversation at his best friend's house
a brisk, stimulating walk on a bright, clear wintry day
an article containing a stimulating argument for raising, not lowering, the tax on gasoline
Recent Examples on the Web
The Donum Estate is one of the most stimulating and elegant winery experiences in the county, thanks to its delectable organic pinot noir and chardonnay, of course, but also the ever-growing collection of both architecture and monumental sculpture art.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2024
Your domestic environment could be more stimulating than relaxing at the moment.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 18 May 2024
Their study makes a stimulating contribution to the growing work on backsliding, seeking to identify leading cases around the world and describe their causes.
—Pippa Norris, Foreign Affairs, 20 Apr. 2021
In this sign, the love planet indulges in curiosity and seeks mentally stimulating connections and thought-provoking exchanges.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024
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Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2024
Your domestic environment could be more stimulating than relaxing at the moment.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 18 May 2024
Their study makes a stimulating contribution to the growing work on backsliding, seeking to identify leading cases around the world and describe their causes.
—Pippa Norris, Foreign Affairs, 20 Apr. 2021
In this sign, the love planet indulges in curiosity and seeks mentally stimulating connections and thought-provoking exchanges.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for stimulating
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“Stimulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stimulating. Accessed 2 Jul. 2024.
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