This is the 10330th most frequent Portuguese word.
estimula
"Stimulates" or "encourages."
In this sentence, "estimula" is used to mean encourage or motivate, as in urging someone to perform an activity.
O professor estimula os alunos a participarem mais das aulas.
The teacher encourages the students to participate more in the classes.
Here, "estimula" conveys the meaning of stimulating or enhancing an ability or quality, such as creativity.
Essa música estimula a criatividade de quem a escuta.
This song stimulates the creativity of those who listen to it.
In this usage, "estimula" refers to promoting or activating a physiological process, like circulation.