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What is another word for Rouse? – 183 Rouse Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    awaken stir arouse wake awaken provoke excite inspire motivate energize animate invigorate revive refresh renew kindle spark ignite inflame animate galvanize stimulate prompt goad spur urge prod incite foment agitate rattle shake disturb trouble perturb upset alarm alert notify inform awaken awakenings waken wakened waking wakeful wakefulness

    Meaning of Rouse

    to wake someone or something from sleep or a state of inactivity

    Definitions

    • to wake someone or something from sleep or a state of inactivity
    • * to cause someone to feel a strong emotion or reaction
    • * to make someone or something active or lively again

    Etymology of Rouse

    The word "Rouse" originated from Old French "rous" meaning "awaken, stir" and is related to the Old English word "rūsian" meaning "to wake, stir"
    The word has been in use since the 14th century and has evolved to include various meanings and connotations

    Example Uses

    • The alarm clock will rouse you from your sleep at 6 am
    • * The news of the natural disaster will rouse the community to take action
    • * The beautiful music will rouse your emotions and make you feel alive

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    calm soothe quiet still silence lull pacify tranquilize sedate numb deaden dull depress suppress stifle muzzle gag hush mute muffle dampen quell quash squash crush overpower