stimulant — a substance that increases activity or energy in the body or mind
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a substance that increases activity or energy in the body or mind
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈstɪmjələnt/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother drinks five cups of coffee daily - she's basically a walking stimulant advertisement.
- Energy drinks contain multiple stimulants that can keep you awake all night.
- The doctor advised against taking stimulants before bedtime unless you enjoy staring at the ceiling until dawn.
stimulant
NOUN[/ˈstɪmjələnt/]
a substance that increases activity or energy in the body or mind
One sip of the stimulant and the exhausted student snapped wide awake.
Stim, you lent me energy — now I'm stimulated!
Abundant stimulant makes paperwork redundant!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'stimulare' meaning 'to goad, urge, or prick.' The idea comes from using a sharp stick to prod animals into action, which evolved to describe substances that 'prod' the body or mind into activity.
Breakdown
stimul- (to prick, goad) + -ant (causing/producing)
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📝Examples
“My grandmother drinks five cups of coffee daily - she's basically a walking stimulant advertisement.”
“Energy drinks contain multiple stimulants that can keep you awake all night.”
“The doctor advised against taking stimulants before bedtime unless you enjoy staring at the ceiling until dawn.”
“Students often rely on caffeine as a study stimulant during exam periods.”
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