THESAURUS

Stimulate Thesaurus

To encourage into action.

Synonyms for Stimulate

Depending on context, synonyms include encourage, induce, incite, provoke, abet, actuate.

Antonyms for Stimulate

Common opposites include sedate, calm, stifle, tranquillize, tranquilize, dampen.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include arouse, excite, energize, stir, provoke, induce.

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What is another word for stimulate?

Possible synonyms include encourage, induce, incite, provoke, abet.

What is an antonym for stimulate?

Possible antonyms include sedate, calm, stifle, tranquillize, tranquilize.

Can every synonym replace stimulate?

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