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stimulant

Pronunciation: /ˈstɪmjʊl(ə)nt/
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Definition of stimulant

noun

  • a substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body: it is a stimulant that has a direct effect on the nervous system a scalp stimulant
  • something that increases activity, interest, or enthusiasm in a specified field:population growth is a major stimulant to industrial development

adjective

  • raising levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body:caffeine has stimulant effects on the heart

Origin:

early 18th century: from Latin stimulant- 'urging, goading', from the verb stimulare

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The ending of stimulant is spelled -ant.

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