1
as in incentive
something that arouses action or activity
the relaxed zoning regulations should serve as a stimulant for development in the area
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2
as in alcohol
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
I always take a bottle of stimulant along on trips, for emergencies like plane crashes or earthquakes
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Recent Examples of stimulant
Ximena Araya-Fischel, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Drinking Too Much Caffeine and at the Wrong Times
Caffeine is a natural stimulant designed to increase alertness and focus and temporarily boost energy.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 2 Apr. 2025
Some stimulants may increase the risk of developing heart problems or psychiatric problems like anxiety or depression.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Mar. 2025
It is sometimes seen as a path to the recreational use of stimulants.
—Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 3 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Whether deep in the trenches of creative work, navigating high-stakes decisions or simply savoring your morning ritual, caffeine — used wisely — is more than a stimulant.
—Ximena Araya-Fischel, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Drinking Too Much Caffeine and at the Wrong Times
Caffeine is a natural stimulant designed to increase alertness and focus and temporarily boost energy.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 2 Apr. 2025
Some stimulants may increase the risk of developing heart problems or psychiatric problems like anxiety or depression.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Mar. 2025
It is sometimes seen as a path to the recreational use of stimulants.
—Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 3 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulant
Noun
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Additionally, there was the buyout and retirement incentives of another 3,000 employees.—
Mike Dombeck,
Denver Post,
13 Apr. 2025
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Therefore, there should be incentive for everyone to work collectively to get rid of STDs and give any efforts to do so more than a slow clap, so to speak.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The statement added that he was specifically charged with disorderly conduct under the influence of alcohol in public and possession of cocaine.—
Tommy McArdle,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Food stamp recipients also would be barred from using their benefits to buy nonfood items, such as soap or toothpaste, as well as alcohol or tobacco.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Clinicians report treating families that use melatonin to counteract the stimulating effects of caffeine.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 Apr. 2025
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Because of this, the immediate stimulating effect may be milder.—
Lisa DeSantis,
Glamour,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Conscious perception is the ability of human beings to become aware of the stimuli received by their senses.—
Jorge Garay,
Wired News,
19 Apr. 2025
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This micro-moment creates space between stimulus and response, where emotional intelligence flourishes.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Maryland Lottery will also send a $500 bonus to the liquor store that sold the prize-winning ticket.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The space is near a Big 5 Sporting Goods store and Mark & Monica’s Family Pizza, with In and Out Market liquor store across the street.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Yet it must be acknowledged that the impetus for the freezing of federal dollars for certain universities was a crisis for Jewish students, caused by the failure of college administrators to counter antisemitism and the harassment of Jews on campus.—
Christian Schneider,
National Review,
17 Apr. 2025
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Likewise, the impetus may be the same for McDonald’s customers.—
BYAlex Ledsom,
Fortune,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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During Brazil’s own Lollapalooza music festival last month, for example, fashion-forward attendees were seen with minimalist, lightweight phone straps that kept devices at hip level and hands free to grasp a drink of choice.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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For many, Buffalo Trace represents more than a drink.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This is a vibrant and energizing fragrance that is simple in the beginning, then becomes deeper and more invigorating.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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When on offer, the bisque is an invigorating and refreshing version of the classic.—
The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors,
Bon Appétit,
21 Oct. 2024
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“Stimulant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulant. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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