stimulating
adjective/ˈstɪmjuleɪtɪŋ/
/ˈstɪmjuleɪtɪŋ/
- full of interesting or exciting ideas; making people feel enthusiastic synonym inspiring
- Thank you for a most stimulating discussion.
- She was a very stimulating teacher who got the best out of her students.
- The programme contains some creative and visually stimulating material.
- The college offers a challenging and stimulating environment in which to study.
- She enjoyed the course, which she found very stimulating.
Synonyms interestinginterestingfascinating ▪ compelling ▪ stimulating ▪ gripping ▪ absorbingThese words all describe something that attracts or holds your attention because it is exciting, unusual or full of good ideas.interesting attracting your attention because it is exciting, unusual or full of good ideas:Topics Working lifec1- That’s an interesting question, Daniel.
- The exhibition tells the fascinating story of the steam age.
- Her latest book makes compelling reading.
- Thank you for a most stimulating discussion.
- His books are always so gripping.
- Chess can be an extremely absorbing game.
- interesting/fascinating/stimulating for somebody
- interesting/fascinating to somebody
- interesting/fascinating that…
- interesting/fascinating to see/hear/find/learn/know…
- a(n) interesting/fascinating/compelling/gripping story/read/book
- a(n) interesting/fascinating/stimulating experience/discussion/idea
- to find something interesting/fascinating/compelling/stimulating/gripping/absorbing
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- making you feel more active and healthy
- shower gel containing plant extracts that have a stimulating effect on the skin
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