English dictionary
arousal
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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the act of arousing
ExamplesThe purpose of art is the arousal of emotions.
Synonyms rousingSource: WordNet 3.0
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a state of heightened physiological activity
Source: WordNet 3.0
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awakening from sleep
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mutual sexual fondling prior to sexual intercourse
Source: WordNet 3.0
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The act of arousing, or the state of being aroused.
Source: webster1913