stimulation
/ˌstɪmjəˈleɪʃən/
noun
- Something that makes you feel more active, interested, or excited.
- He craves intellectual stimulation from challenging books.
- Babies need a lot of mental stimulation to develop properly.
- The bright lights and loud music provided too much stimulation for the baby.
- The act of encouraging something to start or become more active.
- Electrical stimulation can help repair damaged muscles.
- The stimulation of new ideas is important for innovation.
- The government announced a plan for economic stimulation.
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