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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China has moved to bar companionship chatbots from encouraging emotional reliance, which means a regulator can decide that a relationship somebody depends on will stop existing.

— Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Peridot acts as a buffer for Virgos, helping to soften their tendency for self-criticism and encouraging a more optimistic outlook.

— Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of encouraging

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The author warns that humanity's insistence on supremacy could lead to conflict with advanced AI, even provoking existential threats.

— Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Even when the play returns to the familiar rhythm of Shaw provoking Dreyfuss and Scheider stepping in to restore peace, the performances keep the interactions engaging.

— Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026

Definition of provoking

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My grandparents have found that compression socks help relieve some of the discomfort and swelling that comes from prolonged restricted movement by stimulating circulation in your legs.

— Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 8 Aug. 2026
At night, a retinoid or retinol is one of the best ingredients for improving fine lines and stimulating collagen over time.

— Carlos Wolf, Miami Herald, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of stimulating

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The Moon enters Gemini and your 8th House of Intimacy and Shared Resources, stirring questions around trust, money, or emotional exchange.

— Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Perez Hilton has expressed deep regret, particularly for stirring panic and fear among Hollywood celebrities through his popular blogsite.

— Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of stirring

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