stimulating

5 definitions • 7 examples

If something is stimulating, it encourages new ideas:

a stimulating discussion

The classes look attractive and stimulating.

A stimulating person makes you feel enthusiastic and full of ideas:

a really stimulating teacher

If an activity is stimulating, it causes your body to be active:

Aerobics is one of the most stimulating forms of exercise.

causing enthusiasm and interest:

The conversation was stimulating, witty, and learned.

encouraging interest or new ideas:

We had a stimulating discussion about the new sales campaign.

Working with such interesting people has been very stimulating.