stimulate 
英 [ˈstɪmjʊˌleɪt]  美 [ˈstɪmjuˌleɪt] 
v. 刺激；激励；使兴奋；促使

例句：
Bill was stimulated by the challenge. 

这个挑战让比尔热情高涨。

I was stimulated to examine my deepest thoughts. 

我深受启发，开始审视自己内心深处的想法。

Exercise stimulates the digestive and excretory systems. 

锻炼能促进消化和排泄系统的功能。

The body is stimulated to build up resistance. 

身体受到刺激，增强抵抗力。