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Definition of stimulative

stimulative

/ˈstɪm.jəˌleɪ.tɪv/
stim · u · la · tive
Adverb:stimulatively
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Plural:stimulatives
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• adjective

1

Serving or tending to stimulate, rouse, or encourage activity, growth, or alertness.

Example

"The central bank introduced several fiscal measures that had a stimulative effect on the sluggish economy."

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• noun

1

A substance, agent, or factor that stimulates physiological activity, mental alertness, or growth.

Example

"Coffee was his preferred morning stimulative before tackling complex research papers."

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• Rhymes for stimulative

• Nearby Words

stimulating
stimulatingly
stimulation
stimulative
stimulator
stimulus
sting

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 17th century from the verb 'stimulate' and the suffix '-ive', ultimately deriving from the Latin 'stimulatus', past participle of 'stimulare' (to prick, goad, or urge on), from 'stimulus' (a pointed stake or goad).

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