Impetus

//ˈɪm.pə.təs//

Word Type

Noun

The word "impetus" can be used as a noun.

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Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

drive driving force force thrust

Related Terms

impetuous wind at one's back

Related Terms

activity energy external force impels impetuous impulse internal requirement response stimulus wind at one's back

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