stimulant
noun
stim·u·lant
ˈstim-yə-lənt 
1
: an agent (such as a drug) that produces a temporary increase of the functional activity or efficiency of an organism or any of its parts
2
: stimulus
3
: an alcoholic beverage
—not used technically
stimulant
adjective
Synonyms
Examples of stimulant in a Sentence
The movie was a stimulant to discussion.
the relaxed zoning regulations should serve as a stimulant for development in the area
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Substances like alcohol, stimulants, and even coffee can exacerbate mental health challenges like mania.
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Maya Richard-Craven, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
Nicotine is a stimulant that can reduce hunger and boost metabolism.1
However, while these short-term effects on appetite are similar to smoking, the long-term impact of vaping on weight isn't known.
—Soma Mandal, Verywell Health, 16 Oct. 2024
Using whippets with alcohol may cause more feelings of confusion, fatigue, and lack of coordination, and taking whippets with stimulants might put additional strain on the heart and changes in heat beats or blood pressure, Forcier says.
—Katixa Espinoza, Them, 10 Oct. 2024
Many traders, including Ellison, rely on stimulants such as Adderall, which suppresses appetite and tiredness.
—Elizabeth Lopatto, The Verge, 25 Sep. 2024
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Maya Richard-Craven, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
Nicotine is a stimulant that can reduce hunger and boost metabolism.1
However, while these short-term effects on appetite are similar to smoking, the long-term impact of vaping on weight isn't known.
—Soma Mandal, Verywell Health, 16 Oct. 2024
Using whippets with alcohol may cause more feelings of confusion, fatigue, and lack of coordination, and taking whippets with stimulants might put additional strain on the heart and changes in heat beats or blood pressure, Forcier says.
—Katixa Espinoza, Them, 10 Oct. 2024
Many traders, including Ellison, rely on stimulants such as Adderall, which suppresses appetite and tiredness.
—Elizabeth Lopatto, The Verge, 25 Sep. 2024
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stimulant
noun
stim·u·lant
ˈstim-yə-lənt
1
: something (as a drug) that temporarily increases the activity or efficiency of the body or one of its parts
a heart stimulant
2
stimulant
adjective
Medical Definition
stimulant
noun
stim·u·lant
ˈstim-yə-lənt
1
: an agent (as a drug) that produces a temporary increase of the functional activity or efficiency of an organism or any of its parts
2
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