arouse
verb (used with object)
to stir to action or strong response; excite.
has aroused
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present perfectof arouse (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Crans-Montana, too, has aroused that same angry feeling of trust betrayed.
From BBC ● Jan. 10, 2026
A mural commissioned by Metro for the Purple Line station being built on the Department of Veterans Affairs’ West Los Angeles campus has aroused the ire of veterans groups.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 3, 2023
“President Xi Jinping’s visit to Russia is a journey of friendship, cooperation and peace, which has aroused positive responses in the international community,” Wang said.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 22, 2023
Some volunteers have struggled with visas and residency permits, while their eagerness to join the fight has aroused suspicions among some Ukrainian officials and commanders, who are on high alert for saboteurs.
From New York Times ● Jan. 8, 2023
What they may do later as a result of their own convictions and understanding, they may be inspired to do now through the hero who has aroused their admiration and desire of imitation.
From Training the Teacher by A. F. Schauffler
