Definition of stimulates

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • stimulates is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • stimulates is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • stimulates is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of stimulates


  • provide the needed stimulus for (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. provoke
  • stir feelings in (verb)

    Examples

    1. stimulate my appetite

    Synonyms

    1. excite
    2. stir
  • cause to be alert and energetic (verb)

    Examples

    1. Coffee and tea stimulate me
    2. This herbal infusion doesn't stimulate

    Synonyms

    1. arouse
    2. brace
    3. energise
    4. energize
    5. perk up
  • stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. excite
    2. shake
    3. shake up
    4. stir
  • cause to occur rapidly (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. hasten
    2. induce
    3. rush
  • cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. cause
    2. get
    3. have
    4. induce
    5. make
  • act as a stimulant (verb)

    Examples

    1. The book stimulated her imagination
    2. This play stimulates

    Synonyms

    1. excite

See definition of stimulates in Merriam Webster