stimulative

• Adjectif signifiant qui sert à stimuler ou à encourager l'activité, la croissance ou l'intérêt ; en anglais moderne, largement remplacé par 'stimulating'.

An adjective meaning serving to stimulate or encourage activity, growth, or interest; now largely replaced by 'stimulating' in modern English.

1. Physiological or psychological activationC1formalmedical

   Capable of arousing or accelerating physiological or psychological activity or response, often through a chemical agent.

   Stimulant (activation physiologique ou psychologique)

   • The drug has a stimulative effect on the central nervous system.
   • Caffeine is known for its stimulative properties.
   • The stimulative compound increased heart rate and alertness.

   Synonymesexcitantexcitatorystimulating

   Antonymescalmingdepressantsedative