English Reference
adjective

stimulating

adj.
US /ˈstɪmjəˌɫeɪtɪŋ/ UK /stˈɪmjʊlˌeɪtɪŋ/ stim·u·lat·ing

  1. 01 B2 Upper Intermediate

    making you feel interested and full of new ideas.

    providing intellectual or creative inspiration; encouraging new thoughts or interest.

    Simple

    The professor gave a stimulating lecture that kept the students talking for hours.

    In context

    The workshop provided a stimulating environment where designers from different backgrounds could exchange radical ideas without fear of criticism.

    inspiringthought provokingintriguing
  2. 02 B2 Upper Intermediate Medicine

    making your body feel more active or alert.

    producing a temporary increase in the functional activity or efficiency of an organism or any of its parts.

    Simple

    A stimulating morning swim in the cold lake always wakes me up.

    In context

    Caffeine is known for its stimulating effects on the central nervous system, often leading to increased heart rate and heightened alertness.

Beyond health, direct cash support boosts local economies by creating jobs and stimulating spending .

The Conversation· 10 Sept 2026

This program focused on teaching parents tools for stimulating children's development and promoting health, such as reading and playing with children and washing hands.

Phys.org· 7 Sept 2026
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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
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