COMMOVE Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

commove

verb

Definition of commove

as in to stimulate

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The reason progestogen is recommended in women with a uterus is because estrogen can stimulate growth of the uterine lining and increase the risk of endometrial cancer.

— Shannon Firth, NPR, 16 Oct. 2026
The glasses project light onto 378 pixels in the implant, which converts those light patterns into an electrical current that stimulates the retina’s bipolar cells.

— Erica Sweeney, Time, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of stimulate

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He’s decided to use the massive platform that is Old Navy to uplift his colleagues at home.

— José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026
And uplifted by his relationships with current broadcast partners Ryan Lefebvre (since 1999), Steve Stewart (since 2008) and Jake Eisenberg (since 2023).

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of uplift

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All inspired by Rise & Fall’s signature knitwear and outerwear, the designs recast the language of clothing in sculptural forms, bringing together the softness of textiles and the presence of jewelry.

— Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
We were inspired from how many great discoveries that went on to revolutionize science and medicine came about from looking around in nature and finding these odd things—PCR [polymerase chain reaction] tests, for example, or CRISPR.

— Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of inspire

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Recent developments, such as Meta's Muse personal agent app and its latest proprietary foundation model, Muse Wonder, released earlier this week, have begun to excite investors who are optimistic about new AI business opportunities.

— Kif Leswing,Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026
And, continuing their hot streak, Celine and Chanel have buyers excited about next season’s ready-to-wear and accessory sales.

— Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026

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