stimulating

adjective

stim·​u·​lat·​ing ˈstim-yə-ˌlā-tiŋ How to pronounce stimulating (audio)
: 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
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
They gave strong narcotic or stimulating drugs indiscriminately …John Laffin

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
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However, The Night of the Hunter is compelling, visually stimulating, and downright thrilling. B.j. Colangelo, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2024 The surface array the company built also has 12 stimulating electrodes composed of 8,400 graphene micro-islands that can deliver focused stimulation, but in this initial human study, the stimulation won’t be turned on. Emily Mullin, WIRED, 26 Sep. 2024 The fast-paced, highly stimulating environment of crypto appealed to my innate desire for problem-solving and growth. Benedetto Biondi, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024 This can lead to discomfort, anxiety, and even meltdowns when they are exposed to environments that are too stimulating. Jennifer Jay Palumbo, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for stimulating 

Word History

First Known Use

1645, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stimulating was in 1645

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“Stimulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stimulating. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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