arousal

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Synonyms: carousal

Antonyms: carousal

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Noun

1. The act of [[arousing]] or the state of being [[aroused]].
2. Sexual arousal.
3. A physiological and psychological state of being awake or reactive to stimuli, including elevated heart rate and blood pressure and a condition of sensory alertness, mobility and readiness to respond.
4. Arousal from sleep or hibernation.

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