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impetus
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noun
  1. A force, either internal or external, that impels; an impulse.
  2. The force or energy associated with a moving body; a stimulus.
  3. An activity in response to a stimulus.
impulse
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noun
  1. A wish or urge, particularly a sudden one.
The to learn drove me to study night and day.
When I saw the new dictionary, I couldn't resist the to browse through it.
  1. (physics) The integral of force over time.
The total from the impact will depend on the kinetic energy of the bullet.
impulsive
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adjective
  1. Having the power of drive, driving or impelling; giving an impulse; moving; impellent.
  2. actuate, Actuated by impulse or by transient feelings.
  3. (mechanics) Acting momentarily, or by impulse; not continuous; -- said of forces.
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