stimulating
adjective
stim·u·lat·ing
ˈstim-yə-ˌlā-tiŋ 
: producing stimulation: such as
a
: enjoyably exciting or interesting
a very stimulating experience/environment
a stimulating discussion
"There is nothing more stimulating than a case where everything goes against you."—
Arthur Conan Doyle
b
: acting as a stimulant : producing increased energy or alertness
When nicotine reaches the brain it mimics the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which has a stimulating effect.—Laura Mansnerus
They gave strong narcotic or stimulating drugs indiscriminately …—John Laffin
Examples of stimulating in a Sentence
enjoys the good food and stimulating conversation at his best friend's house
a brisk, stimulating walk on a bright, clear wintry day
an article containing a stimulating argument for raising, not lowering, the tax on gasoline
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If your future travel plans find you in Central Oregon at any time this holiday season or in the new year, a stimulating visit to the Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory is well worth the time.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 11 Jan. 2026
Limit Netflix time and scrolling social media mindlessly, and try to use the computer for activities that are more cognitively stimulating.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 11 Jan. 2026
The right shade can make a kitchen feel brighter, cozier, and more stimulating.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 6 Jan. 2026
Shades of this color are refreshing and stimulating, reminding us of the outdoors.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
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“Stimulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stimulating. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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