Synonyms of stimulates

stimulates

verb

present tense third-person singular of stimulate

1

as in arouses

to give life, vigor, or spirit to

research into alternative energy sources has been stimulated by this funding increase

Synonyms & Similar Words

• arouses
• stirs
• provokes
• energizes
• activates
• animates
• invigorates
• excites
• awakens
• enlivens
• inspires
• vitalizes
• electrifies
• quickens
• motivates
• vivifies
• drives
• revives
• strengthens
• triggers
• propels
• jump-starts
• rouses
• lifts
• cheers
• recreates
• boosts
• raises
• spikes
• zips (up)
• sparks
• awakes
• amps (up)
• fires
• motives
• peps (up)
• livens (up)
• braces
• moves
• refreshes
• impels
• incites
• jazzes (up)
• charges
• rallies
• actuates
• gingers (up)
• galvanizes
• fillips
• renews
• resurrects
• wakes (up)
• instigates
• juices up
• inflames
• foments
• infuses
• fortifies
• reinvigorates
• reactivates
• rejuvenates
• revitalizes
• emboldens
• kindles
• regenerates
• abets
• sets off
• ferments
• rekindles
• heartens
• whips (up)
• reawakens
• turns on
• enkindles
• recharges
• buoys
• resuscitates
• reenergizes
• reanimates
• restimulates
• steels
• reawakes
• refreshens

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• kills
• dampens
• deadens
• dulls
• undermines
• weakens
• damps
• wears
• inhibits
• slows
• drains
• exhausts
• saps
• harasses
• suppresses
• debilitates
• enervates
• restrains
• wearies
• does in
• burns out
• wears out
• knocks out
• enfeebles
• represses
• curbs
• discourages
• fatigues
• quenches
• washes out
• checks
• quells
• fags
• stunts
• stills
• demoralizes
• kayoes
• disheartens
• daunts
• tuckers (out)
• jades
• dispirits

2

as in provokes

to rouse to strong feeling or action

the government crackdown has only stimulated the citizenry to more acts of violence

Synonyms & Similar Words

• provokes
• encourages
• inspires
• arouses
• stirs
• excites
• motivates
• incites
• induces
• instigates
• sparks
• moves
• piques
• drives
• motives
• triggers
• fires (up)
• activates
• ignites
• revs (up)
• impassions
• energizes
• inflames
• galvanizes
• animates
• vitalizes
• quickens
• angers
• builds a fire under
• kindles
• foments
• bothers
• keys (up)
• enrages
• abets
• fans
• sets off
• aggravates
• irritates
• raises
• ferments
• whips (up)
• upsets
• annoys
• gets
• teases
• exasperates
• maddens
• pumps up
• taunts
• vexes
• jeers
• galls

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• calms
• soothes
• subdues
• appeases
• tranquilizes
• pacifies
• placates
• mollifies

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of stimulates

The percussive vibration unclogs impurities and excess sebum while the accompanying massage motion stimulates blood microcirculation and supports lymphatic drainage—exactly the mechanisms Cirino prioritizes in his professional treatments. — Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

This could be because glycolic acid stimulates collagen production and cell turnover and proliferation (the production of new skin cells). — Laura Dorwart, Health, 22 July 2026

The hormone stimulates insulin secretion, suppresses glucagon—preventing the hormone from causing the liver to release too much sugar into the bloodstream —and slows gastric emptying. — Liz Seegert, Scientific American, 19 July 2026

Fertilizing Applying fertilizer to plants or your lawn stimulates new growth. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 17 July 2026

The group also highlighted the efficiency of Sculptra, an aesthetic injectable that stimulates the body’s natural collagen production, and Shamban highlighted the combo of lasers at a doctor’s office and science-based skin care at home. — Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026

The Chinese variant actually stimulates economic activity as corrupt officials sell the rights to monetize unproductive state assets to private enterprises. — Andy Browne, semafor.com, 14 July 2026

Warm coffee or tea in the morning naturally stimulates the colon. — Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 13 July 2026

Ancient techniques include Kobido, a Japanese holistic massage that restores balance and stimulates the muscles through rhythmic tapping and fast hand movements across the face and neck. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026