CEFR B1

rouse

verb

Meaning

To wake someone up or to stir them into action.

Examples

The smell of coffee began to rouse him from his sleep.
She tried to rouse her friend, who was still asleep on the couch.

Synonyms: wake, awaken, stir, galvanize

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rouse (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈraʊz/

Definition

To wake someone up or to stir them into action.

Examples

The smell of coffee began to rouse him from his sleep.
She tried to rouse her friend, who was still asleep on the couch.
The urgent news finally roused the committee from their complacency.

How to Use rouse

rouse from (prepositional phrase): To wake or stir someone from a state of sleep or inactivity. — "The loud noise roused the baby from her nap."
rouse up (phrasal verb): To become active or energetic; to stir oneself. — "He finally roused up and got ready for the day."

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