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stim·u·lus
 stimulus
- pronunciation:
- stIm
y
ls
- features:
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
stimuli |
| definition 1: |
something that rouses or accelerates action, feeling, or thought.
- synonyms:
- stimulant
- antonyms:
- deterrent, discouragement
- similar words:
- animation, inducement, inspiration, prod
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| definition 2: |
something that provokes a response, esp. in an organ, nerve, or gland.
- synonyms:
- drug, stimulant
- similar words:
- goad
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| related words: |
cause, force, incentive, motive, muse, prompt |
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