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Meaning of impulse
The primary meaning of the word "impulse" refers to a sudden strong and unreflective urge or desire to act.
Etymology of impulse
The word "impulse" comes from the Latin "impulsus", which is the past participle of "impellere", meaning "to drive or push forward", and is a combination of "in-" (meaning "toward" or "against") and "pellere" (meaning "to drive").
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a sudden or unreflective urge to act.
Synonyms
urge
instinct
whim
notion
caprice
fancy
inclination
tendency
disposition
propensity
impulse
motivation
inspiration
spark
stimulus
catalyst
provocation
incitement
goad
spur
drive
passion
enthusiasm
eagerness
excitement
fervor
zeal
ardor
impetus
momentum
push
nudge
prompt
suggestion
idea
thought
sentiment
feeling
emotion
intuition
hunch
guess
suspicion
inkling
impulse
pang
twinge
thrill
shiver
quiver
tremor
flutter
palpitation
Definitions
- A sudden strong and unreflective urge or desire to act: the impulse to jump into the water was irresistible
- * A sudden increase in speed or activity: the car surged forward with a sudden impulse of power
- * A nerve impulse: the electrical impulses that travel along the nerve fibers
Usage Examples
- She had an impulse to buy the beautiful dress she saw in the store window.
- * The impulse to travel and explore new places has always been strong in him.
- * The doctor studied the electrical impulses that controlled the patient's heart rate.
Antonyms
hesitation
delay
restraint
caution
reserve
prudence
discretion
carefulness
thoughtfulness
consideration
reflection
deliberation
indecision
vacillation
reluctancy
unwillingness
aversion
distaste
dislike
apathy
indifference
lethargy
inactivity
inertia
stagnation
dormancy