overstimulate

verb

over·stim·u·late ˌō-vər-ˈstim-yə-ˌlāt

overstimulated; overstimulating

: to stimulate to an excessive or abnormal degree

The ongoing presence of HIV overstimulates B cells, which are abundant in the lymph nodes, and keeps them in a state of chronic activation.—

Robert R. Redfield et al.

… a monetary system … that keeps government from overstimulating demand through excessive money creation.—

George Melloan

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This overstimulates tender new growth that gets infected more easily. —

Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2023 Highly sensitive people might feel overwhelmed or overstimulated by their surroundings and may need more time and space to process their emotions and thoughts. —

Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2023 You’re stressed about an upcoming presentation, overstimulated after a long day, or distracted by the sirens screaming in the street below your apartment. —

Alexa Mikhail, Fortune Well, 3 May 2023 Many people with autism may be easily overstimulated and struggle to adjust to new environments. —

Caroline Catherman, Orlando Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2023 See all Example Sentences for overstimulate