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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Each liqueur below can be mixed to create tasty, simple drinks with vibrant colors, low alcohol content, and often with festive bubbles.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
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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Most taxpayers eligible for economic impact payments, known as stimulus checks, have already received them.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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This tool could change how NC police test for DWIs April 4, 2025 3:38 PM Read Next North Carolina Could NC residents get a $5,000 DOGE stimulus check in 2025?—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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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
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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
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 22 Apr. 2025.
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