Definition of Rousing
Rousing
Rou·sing


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Extremely exciting or inspiring, causing enthusiasm and energy.

e.g. The rousing speech by the coach motivated the team to win.

(adjective)
exceptional and surpassing in some quality;

e.g. They gave a rousing performance that was met with loud applause.

(adjective)
in old usage, strongly blazing, used to describe flames/fire;

e.g. They built a rousing fire to keep them warm on the cold night.

(verb)
stirring someone/something up from a state of inactivity, passivity, or sleep;

e.g. She tried rousing the sleeping children by shaking their shoulders.



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