preexcite

/prɪɛɡˈsɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause something to be excited before the usual time

“The early warning system was designed to preexcite the population in case of an emergency.”

2. verb

to cause the heart to beat faster than normal before the usual time

“The medication was prescribed to preexcite the heart rate before the surgery.”

3. noun

the state of being excited before the usual time

“The preexcite in the crowd made it difficult to control the situation.”

Synonyms

  • excite
  • provoke
  • stimulate

Antonyms

  • calm
  • soothe