impetus — the force or energy that drives something forward or makes it happen
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the force or energy that drives something forward or makes it happen
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪmpɪtəs/
Example Sentences
- The free pizza gave fresh impetus to the boring meeting.
- Her mother's nagging provided the impetus for him to finally clean his room.
- The economic crisis gave impetus to the development of new technologies.
impetus
NOUN[/ˈɪmpɪtəs/]
the force or energy that drives something forward or makes it happen
Winning the science fair gave her the impetus to become an inventor.
Curiosity became the impetus for every great discovery. (🚀 Starting Force + ➡️ Action → Impetus)
A powerful stimulus became the impetus for a breakthrough discovery.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'impetus' meaning 'assault' or 'attack,' derived from 'impetere' (to rush upon or assail), composed of 'in-' (into) and 'petere' (to move toward or seek).
Breakdown
in- (into) + petere (to move toward/seek) = impetus (driving force or momentum)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The free pizza gave fresh impetus to the boring meeting.”
“Her mother's nagging provided the impetus for him to finally clean his room.”
“The economic crisis gave impetus to the development of new technologies.”
“The coach's inspiring speech provided the impetus the team needed to win.”
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