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stimulating

[stim-yuh-ley-ting] / ˈstɪm yəˌleɪ tɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
exciting
Synonyms
STRONGEST
appealing challenging exhilarating hectic inspiring interesting invigorating lively provocative thought-provoking thrilling
STRONG
arousing bracing electrifying energizing gripping moving rousing stirring titillating
WEAK
adrenalizing breathtaking hair-raising spine-tingling
Antonyms
STRONGEST
boring depressing discouraging dull unexciting unstimulating upsetting

Example Sentences

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Dogs resting by a field could be relaxing for one dog, she says, but another dog may prefer videos to be more stimulating, such as dogs chasing each other in a park.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Xie said the massage is based on traditional Chinese medicine, focusing on stimulating acupressure points around the eyes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

The climb in energy prices is eroding a key pillar of support for U.S. shares—bets that the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates more this year, lowering corporate borrowing costs and stimulating the economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

Their dynamic was far more about stimulating the viewer than surprising them.

From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026

I wish I could explain to you how fascinating and stimulating are the lectures that we receive here at Miss Preston's, but I’m afraid my descriptions will never do them justice...

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland

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