stimulator

[stim-yuh-layt-er] / ˈstɪm yəˌleɪt ər /

NOUN

stimulus

Synonyms

WEAK

bang boost catalyst cause charge encouragement eye-opener fillip fireworks flash goad impetus impulse incentive incitation incitement inducement instigation invitation kick motivation motive piquing prod propellant push shot in the arm spur stimulant stimulation sting turnon urging

Example Sentences

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In this case, AP503 acts as a stimulator of GPR133.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

The stimulator sits on the lumbar region of the spinal cord, which sends messages to the leg muscles.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2023

The device, known as TENS, for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator, became a standard medical tool.

From New York Times • Oct. 24, 2023

“Two fake knees, a spinal cord stimulator, 25 surgeries,” he began, as if reciting a box score.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 30, 2023

But what a stimulator of the imagination it was!

From Down the Columbia by Freeman, Lewis R. (Lewis Ransome)