rousing

American  

[rou-zing] / ˈraʊ zɪŋ /

adjective

1. exciting; stirring.

   a rousing song.

2. active or vigorous.

   a rousing campaign.

3. brisk; lively.

   a rousing business.

4. exceptional; extraordinary.

   a rousing lie.

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rousing British  

/ ˈraʊzɪŋ /

adjective

1. tending to rouse or excite; lively, brisk, or vigorous

   a rousing chorus

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Other Word Forms

• nonrousing adjective
• rousingly adverb
• unrousing adjective

Etymology

Origin of rousing

First recorded in 1635–45; rouse ¹ + -ing ²

Example Sentences

He focused on rousing fervor around what he called China’s growing “national power,” industrial and military prowess, as well as the Communist Party’s efforts to root out corruption and defend Chinese sovereignty.

From The Wall Street Journal

Music is a reward for efficient work in “Severance,” whether it be a Defiant Jazz dance break or a rousing marching band performance by the Choreography and Merriment department.

From Salon

While the old saying "never say never" is a popular one, Cena has repeatedly said he will be "100% done" - and has received rousing receptions around the world for his final appearances.

From BBC

“Murmurs” is ultimately through with a rousing tabla and drum set dialogue at the end, reminiscent of his father and Shankar’s gripping finales.

From Los Angeles Times

Marseille were expected to get all three points at home to Toulouse but produced a sluggish first-half performance following a rousing Champions League win over Newcastle United in midweek.

From Barron's

Related Words

• bouncy
• chirpy
• enthusiastic
• lively
• spirited
• zippy