The word "aroused" generally means to awaken or stimulate a feeling, emotion, or response in someone. It can also refer to physically awakening from sleep or becoming alert. In psychological terms, it often refers to the state of being excited or emotionally activated, such as feeling joy, anger, or sexual desire.
The word "aroused" is derived from the verb "arouse," which comes from the Middle English "arousen." Its roots can be traced back to Old English "ārēosan," meaning "to rise up" or "to awaken."