arouse
Pronunciation:
/əˈɹaʊz/verb
Definitions
To stimulate feelings.
Example: The new building proposals in the village are arousing unneeded discomfort.
To sexually stimulate.
Example: I can't keep my eyes off the dancer; she arouses me greatly.
To wake from sleep or stupor.
Example: 1996, Beruga (line translated by Dan Owsen), Terranigma. Nintendo of America.