Estimular
Example: Los profesores deben estimular la participación en clase.
Definition
"Estimular" means to encourage or promote an activity, feeling, or response. It involves motivating or increasing interest and engagement, such as teachers encouraging participation in class to enhance learning and interaction.
Etymology
The word "estimular" comes from the Latin word 'stimulus,' meaning 'goad' or 'spur,' which refers to something that incites or urges action. Over time, it evolved into the Spanish verb "estimular," retaining the sense of provoking or encouraging activity.
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"Estimular" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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