Meaning of the word stimulant in English

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stimulant

US /ˈstɪm.jə.lənt/

UK /ˈstɪm.jə.lənt/

a substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body

Example:

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Caffeine is a common stimulant found in coffee and tea.

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The doctor prescribed a mild stimulant to help with fatigue.

Synonym:

energizer booster upper pick-me-up tonic

a thing that stimulates development or activity

Example:

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The new policy acted as a stimulant for economic growth.

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The competition served as a great stimulant for innovation.

Synonym:

catalyst impetus incentive spur goad

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