1. to encourage or cause increased activity, growth, or development
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘stimulate’
2. to make someone interested or excited about something
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘stimulate’

Examples

• Exercise stimulates blood circulation throughout the body.
• The teacher stimulates her students’ curiosity with interesting questions.
• Caffeine stimulates the central nervous system.
• Reading stimulates the imagination and creativity.
• The government policy stimulates economic growth.
• Bright light stimulates the brain to stay awake.
• The debate stimulates critical thinking among participants.