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    Impulsion (en. Pulse)

    /ɛ̃.pyl.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The act of pushing or inciting movement.
    The impulse given by the wind capsized the boat.
    L'impulsion donnée par le vent a fait chavirer le bateau.
    A moment that incites action or change.
    He received the necessary impetus to change his career.
    Il a reçu l'impulsion nécessaire pour changer sa carrière.
    Vital momentum or motivation to act.
    This meeting was the impetus that changed my life.
    Cette rencontre a été l'impulsion qui a changé ma vie.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'impulsio', meaning 'the act of pushing'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have drive
    To be motivated to act quickly.
    avoir de l'impulsion
    to give an impetus
    To encourage a movement or an action.
    donner une impulsion
    to be out of touch with one's motivation
    To be disconnected from one's motivations.
    être en rupture d'impulsion

    Related Words

    thrust
    Force that pushes something or someone.
    poussée
    momentum
    Rapid forward movement.
    élan
    dynamism
    Ability to act with energy.
    dynamisme

    Slang Meanings

    Whip up
    He got a boost to finish his project.
    Il a eu un coup de fouet pour terminer son projet.
    Booster
    This idea was a real booster for the team.
    Cette idée a été un véritable booster pour l'équipe.