Definition of Rouse
Rouse
rouse
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(verb)
to bring someone out of a state of sleep or inactivity, i.e. to arouse wakefulness or activity;
e.g. He shook her shoulder to arouse her in the morning.
(verb)
to stir up, cause, or excite (arouse) a particular emotion, especially anger or excitement;
e.g. The new company policy was severe enough to rouse feelings of anger among the employees.
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