Stimulated: meaning, definitions and examples

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stimulated

[ ˈstɪmjʊˌleɪtɪd ]

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feeling

Excited or invigorated, especially by something pleasant or interesting.

Synonyms

energized, excited, inspired, invigorated

Examples of usage

I felt stimulated after watching an inspiring movie.
She was stimulated by the challenge of learning a new skill.

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biology

To encourage something to grow, develop, or become more active.

Synonyms

boost, encourage, promote

Examples of usage

The sunlight stimulates the growth of plants.
The music stimulated her brain activity.

Translations

Translations of the word "stimulated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estimulado

🇮🇳 उत्तेजित

🇩🇪 stimuliert

🇮🇩 dirangsang

🇺🇦 стимульований

🇵🇱 pobudzony

🇯🇵 刺激された

🇫🇷 stimulé

🇪🇸 estimulado

🇹🇷 uyarılmış

🇰🇷 자극받은

🇸🇦 محفز

🇨🇿 stimulovaný

🇸🇰 stimulovaný

🇨🇳 受刺激

🇸🇮 spodbujen

🇮🇸 örvaður

🇰🇿 ынталандыру

🇬🇪 სტიმულირებული

🇦🇿 stimullaşdırılmış

🇲🇽 estimulado

Word origin

The word 'stimulated' originated from the Latin word 'stimulatus', which means 'urged on, goaded, stimulated'. It has been used in the English language since the 17th century. The concept of stimulation has always been associated with exciting or encouraging action or growth. Over time, the word has evolved to encompass both mental and physical aspects of being invigorated or encouraged.