stimulate

动词 stimulate:

1. act as a stimulant
   同义词：excite
2. cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner
   同义词：induce, cause, have, get, make
3. stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of
   同义词：shake, shake up, excite, stir
4. cause to be alert and energetic
   同义词：arouse, brace, energize, energise, perk up
5. cause to occur rapidly
   同义词：induce, rush, hasten
6. stir feelings in
   同义词：excite, stir
7. provide the needed stimulus for
   同义词：provoke

1. Light stimulates plant growth.
   光会刺激植物生长。
2. I hoped my warning would stimulate her to greater efforts.
   我希望我的告诫会促使她作出更大的努力。