B2verbformalmoneypsychology
US/ˈstɪm.jə.leɪt/
UK/ˈstɪm.jʊ.leɪt/
to make something develop or become more active; also to make someone interested or excited
In context
The government cut taxes to stimulate the economy.
Good teachers ask questions that stimulate students to think.
Bright colors and music can stimulate a baby's brain development.
Words that go with stimulate
verb + noun
- stimulate growthLow interest rates stimulate growth.
- stimulate the economySpending on roads can stimulate the economy.
- stimulate demandDiscounts are used to stimulate demand.
- stimulate interestThe trip stimulated her interest in history.
- stimulate debateThe book aims to stimulate debate.