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Impetus (Noun)

Meaning 1

A force that moves something along.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural phenomena.

Synonyms

  • Impulsion
  • Drift

Hypernyms

  • Force

Meaning 2

The act of applying force suddenly; "the impulse knocked him over".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The spark from the firework provided the impetus that ignited the surrounding flammable gases.
  • Her decision to leave the company was the impetus for several others to follow suit.
  • The terrorist attack gave new impetus to the government's war on terror efforts.
  • The unexpected success of their first product launch provided the impetus for them to expand globally.
  • The discovery of a new species gave scientists the impetus to re-examine their theories on evolution.

Synonyms

  • Impulsion
  • Impulse

Hypernyms

  • Drive
  • Thrust
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