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- pronunciation:
- Im
puhls
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a spontaneous or sudden desire that may move one to action.
He had a sudden impulse to kiss her but nevertheless restrained himself.I try to spend my money carefully and not buy things just on impulse. |
| definition 2: |
a physical force that causes reactive motion.
The windmill is turned by the wind's impulse. |
| definition 3: |
in the nervous system, a transmitting of energy between neurons.
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| definition 4: |
an inner tendency or inclination.
She has generous impulses. |
| definition 5: |
a brief flow of electric current.
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| related words: |
caprice, compulsion, fantasy, humor, inspiration, instinct, mind, momentum, urge, vagary, whim |
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