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Definition of stimulation

stimulation

/ˌstɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/
stim · u · la · tion
Plural:stimulations
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Adjective:stimulative
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stimulation Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, mental engagement, or growth.

Example

"Young children require plenty of mental and social stimulation to develop strong cognitive skills."

2

The physiological activation of a body part, nerve, organ, or receptor by an external or internal agent.

Example

"Physical therapists often use mild electrical stimulation to help damaged muscles recover their strength."

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stimulatingly
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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Latin stimulationem ('a pricking or inciting'), a noun of action from the verb stimulare ('to prick or goad'), which derives from stimulus ('a pointed stake or cattle prod').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Stimulation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/stimulation
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