stimulative

adjective

Definition of stimulativenext
as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind the supposed stimulative power of herbal teas

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  1. refreshing
  2. stimulating
  3. restorative
Adjective
  • The finish is long and refreshing, with lingering tart cherry and a hint of spice.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
  • North Carolina offers incredible, vibrant foliage and a crisp, refreshing breeze that can not only lift your mood, but can also help bring back positive memories of autumn.
    Ahunna Okwubunka Anyim, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of refreshing
Adjective
  • 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
Definition of stimulating
Adjective
  • Also, optimizing the sleep setting enhances comfort and minimizes disruptions, promoting deeper, more restorative sleep.
    Tor Constantino, MBA, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
  • The Biden administration’s Department of Justice (DOJ) has allocated more than $100 million in K-12 school grants to restorative justice, social emotional learning and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts, a parents’ rights group has found.
    Kristina Watrobski, Baltimore Sun, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of restorative
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stimulations

stimulative

stimulatory

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“Stimulative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulative. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.

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