stimulant

• Substance qui augmente le niveau d'activité physiologique ou nerveuse de l'organisme, souvent utilisée pour accroître la vigilance ou l'énergie.

A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body, often used to increase alertness or energy.

1. That stimulatesB2formal

   Having the effect of increasing activity or energy in the body or mind.

   stimulant (qui stimule)

   • The stimulant effect of caffeine helps many people stay awake.
   • Certain drugs have a stimulant property that boosts alertness.
   • The doctor warned about the stimulant nature of some medications.

   Synonymesenergizingexcitantinvigoratingstimulatingstimulative

   Antonymesdepressantsedativetranquilizer

• Substance ou événement qui augmente temporairement l'activité physiologique ou nerveuse, souvent utilisé pour améliorer la vigilance, l'énergie ou l'action.

A noun referring to a substance or event that temporarily increases physiological or nervous system activity, often used to boost alertness, energy, or action.

1. Arousing actionB2formal

   Any event or piece of information that encourages or provokes activity or response.

   Stimulant (élément qui incite à l'action)

   • The news of the promotion was a great stimulant for her career.
   • The coach's speech acted as a stimulant for the team's performance.
   • Economic growth can be a stimulant for new business ventures.

   Synonymesencouragementimpetusincentiveincitementmotivationprovocationspurstimulus

   Antonymesdepressantsedativesoothingtranquilizer

2. Drug that quickens vital processesB2formalmedical

   A substance, often a drug, that temporarily increases physiological or nervous system activity.

   Stimulant

   • Caffeine is a common stimulant found in coffee and tea.
   • Doctors sometimes prescribe stimulants for certain medical conditions.
   • Excessive use of stimulants can lead to health problems.

   Synonymesanalepticbracerexcitantpick-me-uptonicupper

   Antonymesdepressantsedativetranquilizer