stimulant
Translation
stimulant, stimulus
Examples
Caffeine is a common stimulant.
Caffeine is a common stimulant.
Economic growth needs a new stimulant.
Economic growth needs a new stimulant.
Grammar Patterns
a ((stimulant)) a substance that makes you feel more active Caffeine is a common stimulant.
Similar Words
Synonyms: energizer, upper; Antonyms: depressant, sedative
Etymology
From Latin 'stimulare' (to urge, goad). The '-ant' suffix indicates an agent or substance that performs an action.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'stimulant' as a substance that 'stimulates' you, like coffee making you more alert.