noun🔗ShareAny external phenomenon that has an influence on a system, by triggering or modifying an internal phenomenon."an economic stimulus"phenomenasystemphysiologysensationmindbiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareSomething external that elicits or influences a physiological or psychological activity or response."Loud noises are common stimuli that can easily distract students during class. "physiologymindbiologysensationprocessscienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAnything effectively impinging upon any of the sensory apparatuses of a living organism, including physical phenomena both internal and external to the body."The bright lights and loud music at the concert were strong stimuli that made Maria feel overwhelmed. "physiologymedicineorganismsensationphenomenabiologybodymindscienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAnything that induces a person to take action."The loud noises from the construction site were stimuli that made it difficult to concentrate on my schoolwork. "physiologymindsensationactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading