deutschdictionary
verb
(TO EVOKE A STRONG FEELING)
The speech aroused great interest. - Die Rede erregte großes Interesse.
(TO CAUSE STRONG FEELINGS OF ENTHUSIASM)
The news excited a lot of commotion. - Die Neuigkeit erregte viel Aufregung.
(TO STIMULATE OR INCITE REACTION)
His words provoked strong reactions. - Seine Worte erregten heftige Reaktionen.
(TO ENCOURAGE ACTIVITY OR GROWTH)
The discussion stimulated new interest. - Die Diskussion erregte neues Interesse.
(TO DISTURB OR EXCITE EMOTIONALLY)
The news agitated the minds. - Die Nachricht erregte die Gemüter.