arouse
verb (used with object)
to stir to action or strong response; excite.
arousing
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present participleof arouse.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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What is certain is that “Now I Surrender” stubbornly fights against the kind of engagement its author is preternaturally good at arousing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 5, 2026
"The continuation of the trial is tearing us apart from within, arousing fierce divisions, intensifying rifts," the premier said in a video statement, referring to the split between his supporters and opponents.
From Barron's ● Nov. 30, 2025
Their only sin, as things stand, is arousing disgust.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2025
Mr Hastings said her peculiar nature meant she could say things without arousing much suspicion.
From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2024
She did all this without arousing even the slightest of my suspicions.
From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane
