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Meaning of impetus
A stimulus or driving force that initiates or sustains a process or activity
Etymology of impetus
The word "impetus" comes from Latin, where "impetus" means "a striking against, an attack, or an impulse", derived from "impellere", meaning "to drive or strike against", which is a combination of "in-" (against) and "pellere" (to drive)
Synonyms
Definitions
- A thing that makes someone want to do something or makes something happen
- A driving force or stimulus that sets a process in motion or maintains its continuation
Usage Examples
- The new policy gave an impetus to the development of renewable energy sources
- Her speech provided the impetus for the crowd to take action against climate change
- The discovery of the new species gave an impetus to the field of biology
Antonyms
hindrance
obstacle
barrier
deterrent
discouragement
disincentive
impediment
obstacle
blockage
hindrance
restraint
check
curb
damper
depressant
deterrent
discourager
impediment
inhibitor
obstacle
obstruction
restraint
setback