To wake someone up from sleep or unconsciousness. She gently roused him from his deep slumber.
To stir up or incite strong emotions or actions. The speech was designed to rouse the crowd to action.
To bring out of a state of inactivity or apathy. The news of the promotion roused him from his lethargy.
To wake up or become active after a period of sleep, rest, or inactivity. He roused just before dawn and set out on the trail.