stimulus
Pronunciation: /ˈstɪm.jə.ləs/
The English word “stimulus” has 3 meanings listed here.
noun
- An external phenomenon that has an influence on a system, by triggering or modifying an internal phenomenon; for example, a spur or incentive that drives a person to take action or change behaviour.
- Something external that elicits or influences a physiological or psychological activity or response, or that affects any of the sensory apparatuses.
- A stinging part on the body of a plant or insect.
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin stimulus (“goad, prick”).
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