arouse
|a-rouse|
B2
/əˈraʊz/
stimulate or awaken
Etymology
Etymology Information
'arouse' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'arousen,' where 'a-' meant 'on' and 'rousen' meant 'to stir or awaken.'
Historical Evolution
'arousen' transformed into the modern English word 'arouse' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to awaken or stir,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to awaken from sleep.
The loud noise aroused him from his slumber.
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Verb 2
to evoke or elicit a feeling or response.
The speech aroused a sense of patriotism in the crowd.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35