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aroused

[uh-rouzd] / əˈraʊzd /


ADJECTIVE
agitated
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ADJECTIVE
alarmed
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ADJECTIVE
hot and bothered
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ADJECTIVE
inflamed
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Example Sentences

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On the day he was killed, Mr. al-Hallaq had entered the Old City, where he engaged in “behavior that aroused the suspicions” of the police officers, Judge Lomp said.

From New York Times

The morning after, when she took a shower in the ensuite bathroom, Mr Mendy appeared uninvited, wearing just boxer shorts and he was "aroused", the court heard.

From BBC

I studied the catalog alone and afraid but aroused, lingering over shirtless men with aspirational treasure trails that Jesus warned me were off limits.

From New York Times

Although I had been aroused by men since I was 13, I told myself that I would only come out when I had deep feelings for another man.

From Los Angeles Times

He says that most Chikan perpetrators are aroused by the idea of domination over and humiliation of their victims.

From BBC