To arouse or bring out (e.g. feelings); to stimulate.
To cause an electron to move to a higher than normal state; to promote an electron to an outer level.
To energize (an electromagnet); to produce a magnetic field in.
To stir the emotions of.
to incite; to bring about by urging or encouraging
to goad or urge (a person) forward, especially to wicked actions; to provoke