1. awakened from sleep or inactivity
2. excited or stimulated emotionally
3. provoked to anger or strong feeling

Examples

• The loud noise aroused the sleeping dog.
• She was aroused by the exciting news about her promotion.
• The crowd became aroused during the heated political debate.
• His curiosity was aroused by the mysterious package.
• The protesters were aroused to action by the unfair treatment.
• The audience was aroused by the passionate speech.
• He was easily aroused to anger when criticized.