impulsion

noun

im·​pul·​sion im-ˈpəl-shən How to pronounce impulsion (audio)
1
a
: the act of impelling : the state of being impelled
b
: an impelling force
c
: an onward tendency derived from an impulsion
2
3

Examples of impulsion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web What impulsion drove you to make a film instead of writing another novel? Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019 Basically the same trick, with the take-off impulsion applied via the nose. John Leicester, ajc, 24 July 2021

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of impulsion was in the 15th century

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“Impulsion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/impulsion. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

impulsion

noun
im·​pul·​sion im-ˈpəl-shən How to pronounce impulsion (audio)

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