stimulation

[ˌstɪmjʊˈleɪʃən]

stimulation Definition

  • 1the act of encouraging or arousing interest or enthusiasm
  • 2the process of making something more active or causing it to become stronger or more alert
  • 3the application of a stimulus to a part of the body, especially with the intention of provoking a response or reaction

Using stimulation: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "stimulation" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The teacher's positive feedback was a great stimulation for the students.

  • Example

    The coffee provided the necessary stimulation for him to finish his work.

  • Example

    The doctor used electrical stimulation to help the patient regain movement in their paralyzed limb.

stimulation Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for stimulation

Antonyms for stimulation

Idioms Using stimulation

  • something that provides encouragement or motivation

    Example

    Winning the championship was a real shot in the arm for the team.

  • to motivate or encourage someone to take action

    Example

    The coach's pep talk really lit a fire under the team.

  • to start something, especially something that involves a group of people

    Example

    Let's get the ball rolling on this project and start brainstorming ideas.

Phrases with stimulation

  • the arousal of sexual desire or feelings

    Example

    The movie contained scenes of sexual stimulation that were not suitable for children.

  • the use of electrical or magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain

    Example

    Deep brain stimulation is a treatment for Parkinson's disease.

  • the use of electrical impulses to stimulate nerves in order to treat pain or other conditions

    Example

    Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a type of therapy used to relieve pain.

Origins of stimulation

from Latin 'stimulatio', meaning 'a goading'

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Summary: stimulation in Brief

The term 'stimulation' [ˌstɪmjʊˈleɪʃən] refers to the act of encouraging or arousing interest or enthusiasm, or making something more active or alert. It can also refer to the application of a stimulus to provoke a response. Examples include 'The teacher's positive feedback was a great stimulation for the students.' and 'The doctor used electrical stimulation to help the patient regain movement in their paralyzed limb.' Idioms like 'a shot in the arm' and 'light a fire under someone' denote motivation and encouragement, while 'get the ball rolling' means to start something.

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