rousing
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B2
/ˈraʊzɪŋ/
(rouse)
exciting
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rousing' originates from the verb 'rouse', which comes from Middle English 'rousen', meaning 'to shake the feathers' or 'to awaken'.
Historical Evolution
'rousen' transformed into the modern English verb 'rouse', and the adjective 'rousing' was derived from it.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to awaken', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'exciting or stirring'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'rouse'.
The speech was rousing the crowd.
Adjective 1
exciting; stirring.
The team gave a rousing performance.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45