Arouse

usgb/əˈraʊz/
verb

To wake someone up or make someone more active.

The loud alarm aroused me from my sleep.
Visual representation of "arouse" - To wake someone up or make someone more active.

Often appears as...

  • arouse from sleep
  • arouse interest
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Action Catalyst

Use 'arouse' to indicate an action being initiated, especially from a resting state.

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The startling news aroused the community into action.
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Physical Response

'Arouse' often involves a physical component, like getting up from bed.

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A sudden thunderclap aroused the campers from their tents.
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