IMPASSIONING Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

impassioning

verb

present participle of impassion

as in encouraging

to rouse to strong feeling or action the obvious intent of the documentary was to impassion viewers to do something about global warming

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The Libra Sun opposes Neptune across your social and creative zones, encouraging big ideas, romantic possibilities, or group enthusiasm.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 25 Sep. 2026
Culpo continued encouraging other expecting moms not to worry about weight gain.

— Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of encouraging

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Tom Cruise‘s Digger is being called a very big swing of a dramatic satire that’s provoking very mixed reactions after the film’s first press screenings.

— James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026
This full-day experience welcomes middle and high school students from throughout the region to engage in thought-provoking screenings, interactive Q&A sessions, and hands-on workshops.

— Matthew Carey, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026

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Kratom can produce either stimulating or sedating effects, depending on the dosage taken, and can produce psychotic symptoms, according to the Drug Enforcement Administration.

— Phil Helsel, NBC news, 22 Sep. 2026
Indeed, European funds have been fundamental for Spain, and the Recovery Plan has played a key role in driving major structural reforms and stimulating economic growth.

— John Hopewell, Variety, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of stimulating

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Cook saag over medium-low heat, stirring often, until heated through (do not bring to a simmer or saag may split).

— Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026
Venus in your career zone forms an awkward connection to Uranus in your playful 5th house, stirring tension between what looks polished and what actually feels interesting.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of stirring

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