extimulate

/ɛksˈtɪmjuleɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to stimulate the external or internal bodily functions, especially the nervous system, in order to treat a medical condition

“The doctor chose to extimulate the patient’s nervous system using electrical impulses.”

2. noun

a device or treatment used to stimulate the external or internal bodily functions, especially the nervous system

“The patient used an extimulate device to help manage their chronic pain.”

Synonyms

  • electrify
  • stimulate

Antonyms

  • deaden
  • numb