stimulation — the action of encouraging interest, activity, or enthusiasm
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action of encouraging interest, activity, or enthusiasm
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌstɪmjəˈleɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- My cat needs constant stimulation, or it starts plotting world domination.
- The government announced a new economic stimulation package.
- Reading provides excellent mental stimulation for all ages.
stimulation
NOUN[/ˌstɪmjəˈleɪʃən/]
the action of encouraging interest, activity, or enthusiasm
the action of encouraging interest, activity, or enthusiasm
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'stimulus', originally meaning a pointed stick or goad used to drive cattle in ancient Rome. The term evolved metaphorically from this physical act of prodding animals to mean any action that provokes or excites a response.
Breakdown
stimulus (a pointed stick; to goad or incite) + -ation (noun suffix denoting action or process), forming 'the act of stimulating or state of being stimulated'.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat needs constant stimulation, or it starts plotting world domination.”
“The government announced a new economic stimulation package.”
“Reading provides excellent mental stimulation for all ages.”
“He sought stimulation through extreme sports and ended up with extreme hospital bills.”
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