stimulating

adjective

/ˈstɪm.jʊ.leɪ.tɪŋ/

/-t̬ɪŋ/

Definition

› If something is stimulating, it encourages new ideas: a stimulating discussion Universities have been asked to make their courses more attractive and stimulating.Inspiration and inspiring › describes someone who makes you feel enthusiastic and full of ideas: a really stimulating teacherExciting and interesting › If an activity is stimulating, it causes your body to be active: Aerobics is one of the most stimulating forms of exercise.Busy and activeHurrying and doing things quickly

(Definition of stimulating adjective from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)