roust

American  

[roust] / raʊst /

verb (used with object)

1. to rout, as from a place.

   to roust someone out of bed.

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roust British  

/ raʊst /

verb

1. to rout or stir, as out of bed

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Etymology

Origin of roust

First recorded in 1650–60; perhaps alteration of rouse ¹

Example Sentences

“What will we do once we catch him? I’ve been teaching myself to pinkie whistle. I might be able to roust someone up to help us.”

From Literature

The only thing that could roust me from my peaceful slumber was the most grotesque vision imaginable: an undulating river of red lights in front of me.

From Los Angeles Times

Thousands fled Maui after the fires rousted them from their resort hotels and sent them scrambling from their sun chairs on Tuesday.

From Seattle Times

Just when they have found a welcoming home, these wandering warriors may be on the verge of getting rousted again.

From New York Times

I tried rousting them by leaning into them and whispering, “Velia, Delia, wake up. Wake up girls,” but they were out cold, so I closed my eyes and prayed.

From Literature