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Synonyms & Similar Words
stimulating
exciting
thrilling
provocative
intriguing
captivating
enticing
alluring
appealing
attractive
seductive
sensual
erotic
titillating
exhilarating
electrifying
invigorating
refreshing
revitalizing
stirring
rousing
inspiring
motivating
energizing
galvanizing
animating
enlivening
quickening
intensifying
heightening
sharpening
piquing
interesting
fascinating
absorbing
engaging
thought-provoking
attention-grabbing
mesmerizing
hypnotic
spellbinding
bewitching
Meaning of Arousing
causing a strong feeling of interest or excitement
Definitions
- Causing a strong feeling of interest or excitement
- * Causing someone to feel sexually excited
- * (of a feeling or reaction) emerging or becoming apparent
Etymology of Arousing
The word "arousing" comes from the verb "arouse", which has its roots in the Old French word "aroser", meaning "to stir" or "to awaken", and is related to the Latin word "excitare", meaning "to stir up" or "to provoke"
Example Uses
- The speaker's arousing words inspired the crowd to take action
- * The movie's arousing soundtrack made the audience feel energized and excited
- * The artist's arousing paintings explored themes of love and desire
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
dull
boring
uninteresting
uninspiring
unexciting
tedious
monotonous
repetitive
soporific
somnolent
lethargic
sluggish
stagnant
static
unenthusiastic
unentertaining
unengaging
unmoving
unstimulating
vapid
vacuous
bland
flat
lifeless
listless
spiritless
tame
muted
subdued
restrained
suppressed