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    Estímulo (en. Stimulus)

    /esˈtimulo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Definition: An element that provokes a reaction or response in a living being.
    Example Sentence: The sound of the bell was the stimulus that made the dog react.
    El sonido del timbre fue el estímulo que hizo reaccionar al perro.
    Definition: An incentive or motivation that drives people to act.
    Example Sentence: The discount offer was the stimulus I needed to buy the car.
    La oferta del descuento fue el estímulo que necesitaba para comprar el coche.
    Definition: An external factor that influences the behavior of a person or group.
    Example Sentence: The change in economic policies can serve as a stimulus for investment.
    El cambio en las políticas económicas puede servir como estímulo para la inversión.

    Etymology

    Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'stimulus', which means stinger or incentive.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Common Phrase: economic stimulus
    Meaning: A measure that promotes economic growth.
    estúmulo económico
    Common Phrase: to hold a stimulus
    Meaning: To control or limit the effect of an incentive.
    sujetar un estímulo

    Related Words

    Related Word: incentive
    Description: An element that encourages or motivates to take action.
    incentivo
    Related Word: motivation
    Description: Reason or set of reasons that lead to doing something.
    motivación

    Slang Meanings

    Slang Meaning: emotional stimulus
    Slang Example: A good movie can serve as an emotional stimulus for many people.
    Una buena película puede servir como estímulo emocional para muchas personas.
    Slang Meaning: social stimulus
    Slang Example: Group activities are a social stimulus that improves coexistence.
    Las actividades en grupo son un estímulo social que mejora la convivencia.