rouse

verb
/raʊz/

Meaning

To awaken from sleep or to stir into action.

Example Sentences

The loud alarm roused him from his deep sleep.

Example Expressions

rouse to action

Synonyms

wake, stir, arouse, activate, energize

Antonyms

calm, lull, soothe

Collocations

rouse someone, rouse interest, rouse to action

More Example Sentences

I am wearing grey trousers.

Which trousers will go well with this shirt?

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to complete or accomplish something, especially a task or promise
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