I. ˈstimyələnt sometimes ÷-məl- noun
( -s )
Etymology: Latin stimulant, stimulans, present participle of stimulare
1. : an agent that produces a temporary increase of the functional activity of a tissue (as the central nervous system) either by direct action (as by excitation) or indirect (as by removal of inhibiting influences)
2. : stimulus
3. : an alcoholic beverage — not used technically
II. adjective
Etymology: Latin stimulant-, stimulans, present participle of stimulare
: that stimulates