1
as in incentive
something that arouses action or activity
the relaxed zoning regulations should serve as a stimulant for development in the area
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in alcohol
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
I always take a bottle of stimulant along on trips, for emergencies like plane crashes or earthquakes
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in stimulating
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of stimulant
Judy Stone, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
The feat might have been like cramming in a master’s degree in a single semester without the help of a stimulant.
—Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 5 Feb. 2025
Caffeine is a natural stimulant found in plants like coffee beans, tea leaves, kola nuts, and cacao pods.
—Ashley Wong, Health, 17 Feb. 2025
Curbing addiction and suicidal ideation GLP-1 drugs have also demonstrated potential in reducing risks of several substance use disorders such as those involving alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, opioids and stimulants.
—Ziyad Al-Aly, The Conversation, 22 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for stimulant
Noun
Common sense tips are to avoid caffeine and chocolate because both can be stimulants and also worsen hot flashes.
—Judy Stone, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
The feat might have been like cramming in a master’s degree in a single semester without the help of a stimulant.
—Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 5 Feb. 2025
Caffeine is a natural stimulant found in plants like coffee beans, tea leaves, kola nuts, and cacao pods.
—Ashley Wong, Health, 17 Feb. 2025
Curbing addiction and suicidal ideation GLP-1 drugs have also demonstrated potential in reducing risks of several substance use disorders such as those involving alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, opioids and stimulants.
—Ziyad Al-Aly, The Conversation, 22 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for stimulant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulant
Noun
-
The contract, Schefter said, could be worth up to $7 million with incentives.—
Jesse Newell,
Kansas City Star,
21 Mar. 2025
-
Europe and China both have incentives to step up, for different reasons and with different priorities.—
Elizabeth Shackelford,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Yet, with any colossal success, there can always be backlash, with some criticizing the higher alcohol levels.—
Cathrine Todd,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
-
Rick Rodriguez, 24, was arrested on suspicion of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs and was hospitalized with major injuries, the CHP said.—
Jenny Gold,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
Warehousing, traditionally seen as labor-intensive and repetitive, is now evolving into a field that offers more engaging and intellectually stimulating opportunities.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
-
Keep them engaged with cat trees, puzzle feeders, or other stimulating activities.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Columbia University Grad Detained by ICE That is more than the popular petition for regular stimulus checks during the COVID pandemice, which had a little more than 3,050,000 signatures at time of publication.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
-
Congress would have to pass a bill to approve the distribution of stimulus checks.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacramento Bee,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Since emerging, the group has successfully protected liquor stores, churches, shrines and residences from theft and vandalism, according to the Eagles of Antioch.—
Chris Massaro,
Fox News,
23 Mar. 2025
-
Tariffs would almost certainly make European wine and other alcoholic beverages cost more for the average American ordering wine from a restaurant or shopping in their local liquor store.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Despite this impetus for change, progress remains slow given the potential rewards.—
Ozan Ozerk,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
-
After Thursday’s performance, where Postecoglou’s best-available line-up seemed to find the magic of Ange-ball once again, a flat first half and eventual defeat delivered by a side propped up by fringe players killed that impetus again.—
Elias Burke,
The Athletic,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Yes, these fizzy drinks still contain some of the sweet stuff, but in relatively low amounts.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
18 Mar. 2025
-
Golden Milk Golden milk is a drink made with milk, ground turmeric, and other spices like ginger and black pepper.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
18 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
This is a vibrant and energizing fragrance that is simple in the beginning, then becomes deeper and more invigorating.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
-
When on offer, the bisque is an invigorating and refreshing version of the classic.—
The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors,
Bon Appétit,
21 Oct. 2024
Cite this Entry
“Stimulant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulant. Accessed 29 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share