stimulating

adjective

stim·u·lat·ing ˈstim-yə-ˌlā-tiŋ

Synonyms of stimulating next

: producing stimulation: such as

: enjoyably exciting or interesting

a very stimulating experience/environment

a stimulating discussion

"There is nothing more stimulating than a case where everything goes against you."—

Arthur Conan Doyle

: acting as a stimulant : producing increased energy or alertness

When nicotine reaches the brain it mimics the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which has a stimulating effect.—

Laura Mansnerus

They gave strong narcotic or stimulating drugs indiscriminately …—

John Laffin

Examples of stimulating in a Sentence

enjoys the good food and stimulating conversation at his best friend's house a brisk, stimulating walk on a bright, clear wintry day an article containing a stimulating argument for raising, not lowering, the tax on gasoline

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Caffeine and Adderall produce similar stimulating effects on the body. —

Mary Choy, Verywell Health, 7 Jan. 2025 These activities are visually stimulating but don’t require much mental effort. —

Sarah Garone, Health, 25 Dec. 2024 Emeril’s There are few culinary experiences in New Orleans more stimulating than the tasting menu at Emeril’s. —

Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024 This liberating energy is spiritually stimulating for both you and those around you. —

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