STIMULATION Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

stimulation

noun

as in stimulus

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Recent Examples of stimulation Research suggests low-frequency vibroacoustic stimulation can reduce stress markers, ease pain and shift the nervous system into a more relaxed state. — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2026 Examples include electrical stimulation to calm the nervous system, insulin delivered in response to rising glucose and light therapy to shift circadian rhythms. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026 The brain needs regular stimulation, not just two days this month, but every day this month. — Amanda Gardner, Martha Stewart, 5 July 2026 According to Playlist, parent company of the gym and spa membership app ClassPass, the number of venues on ClassPass with electrical muscle stimulation workouts rose more than 16% from 2023 to 2025. — Diana Anos, CNN Money, 3 July 2026 Harvard Health has published a critical take on Apollo Neuro, and Medscape has cautioned about at-home vagus nerve stimulation devices, warning of uncertain efficacy and safety. — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026 Purpose, meaningful relationships, mental stimulation, and finding joy in everyday life can all contribute to well-being as people grow older. — Nicky Zizaza, CBS News, 1 July 2026 Only one in five women climax through internal stimulation alone, Greenwald said. — Melanie Thernstrom, New Yorker, 29 June 2026 If your family wants to add a low-stimulation show to your toddler’s screen time lineup, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood is the perfect choice. — Parents, 29 June 2026

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Noun

The export and manufacturing-led economic resilience is expected to reinforce Beijing’s reluctance to roll out stimulus to revive tepid consumer demand.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 9 July 2026
In Vibe Science studies, the autonomic nervous system shifts toward parasympathetic activation as the brain entrains to the stimulus, producing lower arousal and readiness for sleep and recovery.

— Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026

Definition of stimulus

Noun

While the threshold sparked debate, the decree offers financial incentives for parties to merge by discounting registration fees for coalitions and alliances.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026
Administered by Proimágenes Colombia, Colombia’s CINA incentive (Audiovisual Investment Certificate) grants a transferable tax credit equal to 35% of eligible spending on audiovisual services in Colombia.

— Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 10 July 2026

Definition of incentive

Noun

As for the here and now, England will take encouragement from Switzerland’s performance against Argentina.

— Stuart James, New York Times, 12 July 2026
That encouragement from Orlando’s new coaching staff under Sean Sweeney has translated to hard work on the court from Penda.

— Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2026

Definition of encouragement

Noun

Finalists are prohibited from obtaining votes by any fraudulent or inappropriate means, including, without limitation, offering prizes or other inducements to members of the public, as determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion.

— Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026
The material contained on this site is intended to inform, entertain and educate the reader and in no way represents an inducement to gamble legally or illegally or any sort of professional advice.

— Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 23 June 2026

Definition of inducement

Noun

For example, certain diuretics, antihistamines or stimulants may increase the risk of side effects from heat, according to the CDC.

— Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 3 July 2026
Other types of medications can impair your body's ability to cool off, including anticholinergic medications (a category that includes Benadryl) and stimulants, like ADHD drugs.

— Carmel Wroth, NPR, 2 July 2026

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