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rouse

/ˈraʊz/

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verb

rouses; roused; rousing

[+ obj] somewhat formal

to wake (someone) from sleep

He was roused (from sleep) by a loud crash.

I've been unable to rouse her. - sometimes used figuratively

He stood staring into space until he was roused by a tap on his shoulder.

The music roused their spirits.

to cause (someone who is tired or not interested) to become active

What will it take to rouse voters (from their indifference)?

I was so tired I could barely rouse myself to prepare dinner.

to cause (an emotional response) in someone

His comments roused [=aroused] the anger of many military leaders.

to make (a person or animal) angry

These animals are dangerous when roused.

She was roused to anger by their indifference.

to cause (something) to happen

The report roused [=(more commonly) aroused] speculation.