Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that rouses or wakes someone, especially from sleep.

“The alarm clock was a rouser for the sleepy teenager.”

2. verb

To wake or rouse someone from sleep or a state of inactivity.

“The morning sunlight will rouse you from your slumber.”

3. verb

To stir up or provoke a strong reaction or feeling in someone.

“The shocking news will rouse public anger against the company.”