dictionary.pt

stimulate

verb/ɨʃ.ti.mu.ˈlaɾ/medium

es·ti·mu·lar

Definition

To encourage or incite (a reaction, activity, or development); to provide a stimulus.
Caffeine can stimulate the nervous system.
The new policy aims to stimulate job creation in the technology sector.

Etymology

Do latim 'stimulare'.

Related words