1
as in incentive
something that arouses action or activity
the relaxed zoning regulations should serve as a stimulant for development in the area
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2
as in alcohol
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
I always take a bottle of stimulant along on trips, for emergencies like plane crashes or earthquakes
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Recent Examples of stimulant
Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 2 July 2025
Kratom is a traditional herbal remedy from Southeast Asia that proponents say has potential for a variety of uses, including as a stimulant or pain reliever, or as treatment for depression, anxiety and opioid withdrawal.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 31 May 2025
These counterfeit pills are made to look like prescription opioids or stimulants but contain fentanyl or even methamphetamine.
—Robert Glatter, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Caffeine is a natural stimulant that affects the brain and the nervous system to increase alertness and delay fatigue.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 27 May 2025
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Adjective
People with heart or blood pressure issues: Be cautious with pre-workout supplements, especially those that contain high levels of caffeine or other stimulants.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 2 July 2025
Kratom is a traditional herbal remedy from Southeast Asia that proponents say has potential for a variety of uses, including as a stimulant or pain reliever, or as treatment for depression, anxiety and opioid withdrawal.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 31 May 2025
These counterfeit pills are made to look like prescription opioids or stimulants but contain fentanyl or even methamphetamine.
—Robert Glatter, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Caffeine is a natural stimulant that affects the brain and the nervous system to increase alertness and delay fatigue.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulant
Noun
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As an example, traditional regulatory efforts tend to be seen as restrictive, while industrial policy typically incorporates enabling incentives to stimulate private or public sector action.—
Paulo Carvão,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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Those higher prices give ranchers more incentive to sell cows now to capture profits instead of hanging onto them for breeding given that prices in the years ahead may decrease, Anderson said.—
Josh Funk,
Chicago Tribune,
18 July 2025
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Avoid caffeine and alcohol, which can dehydrate you.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
24 July 2025
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The cafe aims to provide a relaxing environment without caffeine or alcohol.—
Kirby Adams,
The Courier-Journal,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Promote relaxation before bed, such as through less stimulating activities like quiet play, a warm bed, and reading.—
Beth Ann Mayer,
Parents,
18 July 2025
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Then, as Venus enters Gemini on July 4, love and connection become more curious, lighthearted and intellectually stimulating.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
20 June 2025
Noun
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To put it into perspective, the two 2020 and one 2021 stimulus checks issued to Americans from the stimulus package totaled around $931 billion in financial relief via the stimulus checks, according to reports from the Government Accountability Office in 2022.—
Joyce Orlando,
Nashville Tennessean,
25 July 2025
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The big story China’s economy requires more than short-term stimulus, even as deflationary pressures intensify.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
23 July 2025
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If negotiations work out with the building’s landlord – and pending approval of a liquor license from the city of Denver – Skinner and Music City owners Sam and Jordan Graf, who are brothers, hope to turn the spot into a fully functioning bar and restaurant of their own.—
Jonathan Shikes,
Denver Post,
17 July 2025
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The 56-year-old Watertown Democrat admitted that prosecutors had enough evidence to prove their case charging him with operating a vehicle under the influence of liquor and leaving the scene of property damage.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
17 July 2025
Noun
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This served as a mighty impetus to spur the Space Race.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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No company ever got into business to lose money, but with mergers like the impending one between Paramount and Skydance, a media company, which was the clear impetus for the settlement with Trump, the bottom line has never been more important.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
18 July 2025
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Chui and Pang danced, ate cake and toasted with bubbly drinks served in the clear cups typically used on planes.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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The concept is for guests of all golf levels to enjoy three holes with a bit of socialization and great drinks.—
Paula Conway,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Their part of the set was the most invigorating of the night, with fans rapping every word to bona fide classics while eagerly awaiting the next guest.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
17 July 2025
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This is a vibrant and energizing fragrance that is simple in the beginning, then becomes deeper and more invigorating.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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“Stimulant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulant. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
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