arousal
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/əˈraʊzl/
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/əˈraʊzl/
The state of being sexually excited.
Physical touch can lead to sexual arousal.
The state of having strong feelings.
Loud noises can cause emotional arousal.
The act of waking up from sleep.
Sudden arousal from deep sleep can be disorienting.