Aroused (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Aroused to action; "the aroused opposition".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The community was aroused to action by the news of the proposed development and quickly organized a protest.
- The aroused crowd began to chant slogans and demand justice for the victims.
- The politician's speech aroused the audience to take a stand against corruption.
- The aroused opposition party launched a fierce campaign against the government's new policy.
- The news of the natural disaster aroused the international community to provide aid and support to the affected areas.
Meaning 2
(of persons) excessively affected by emotion; "he would become emotional over nothing at all"; "she was worked up about all the noise".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She was visibly aroused by the injustice of the situation and demanded action be taken.
- His friends were surprised to see him so aroused by the minor setback, but he was normally very calm.
- The crowd became aroused by the impassioned speech and began to chant slogans.
- She was aroused by the disturbing news report and couldn't shake the feeling of unease.
- He was so aroused by the beautiful music that he felt tears welling up in his eyes.
Synonyms
Meaning 3
Feeling great sexual desire; "feeling horny".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The erotic movie had aroused his interest and he couldn't wait to see more.
- Her touch had aroused a desire in him that he couldn't ignore.
- The passionate kiss had aroused feelings in her that she hadn't experienced in years.
- The lingerie model's seductive pose had aroused the attention of every man in the room.
- The couple's romantic getaway had aroused a newfound passion in their relationship.
Synonyms
Meaning 4
Emotionally aroused.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The crowd was emotionally aroused by the passionate speech of the activist, leading to a spontaneous protest march.
- The moving love story had her emotionally aroused, and she found herself wiping away tears by the end of the film.
- His voice, trembling with anger, was a clear indication that he was emotionally aroused by the injustice he had suffered.
- The inspirational speech had the entire team emotionally aroused, and they went on to win the championship with renewed determination.
- As she read the poignant poem, she felt emotionally aroused, connecting deeply with the poet's words of loss and longing.
Synonyms
Meaning 5
Keenly excited (especially sexually) or indicating excitement; "his face all ablaze with excitement"- Bram Stoker; "he was aflame with desire".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The crowd was aroused by the rock band's energetic performance, cheering and dancing along to every song.
- Her aroused state was evident in the way she leaned in close to him, her eyes locked intensely on his.
- The passionate debate had left him aroused and eager to take action, determined to make a difference.
- The romantic comedy had left her aroused and feeling hopeful about love, smiling to herself as she left the theater.
- The sensual massage had left her aroused and relaxed, her muscles melting into the table as the therapist worked out the knots.
Synonyms
Meaning 6
Brought to a state of great tension; "all wound up for a fight".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The crowd was aroused by the politician's inflammatory speech and began to chant slogans.
- The boxer was aroused and ready to take on his opponent in the championship match.
- The protesters were aroused by the news of the government's decision and took to the streets.
- The football fans were aroused by their team's comeback and cheered loudly until the end of the game.
- The activist was aroused by the injustice she witnessed and decided to take action to make a change.