Word: arouse
Phonetic:
/əˈɹaʊz/
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To stimulate feelings. Example: The new building proposals in the village are arousing unneeded discomfort.
To sexually stimulate. Example: I can't keep my eyes off the dancer; she arouses me greatly.
To wake from sleep or stupor. Example: 1996, Beruga (line translated by Dan Owsen), Terranigma. Nintendo of America.
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