Synonyms for Excite (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (stir feelings in):
stimulate, stir
WordNet sense 2 (cause to be agitated, excited, or roused):
agitate, charge, rouse, commove, turn on, charge up
WordNet sense 3 (stimulate sexually):
arouse, wind up
WordNet sense 4 (stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of):
shake, shake up
WordNet sense 5 (raise to a higher energy level):
energize, energise
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