arousing
|a/rous/ing|
B2
/əˈraʊzɪŋ/
(arouse)
stimulate or awaken
Etymology
Etymology Information
'arouse' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'arousen', where 'a-' meant 'on' and 'rousen' meant 'to shake or stir'.
Historical Evolution
'arousen' transformed into the modern English word 'arouse'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to awaken or stir', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to excite or stimulate'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'arouse'.
The speech was arousing interest among the listeners.
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Adjective 1
causing excitement or strong emotion.
The movie was quite arousing, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45