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Stimulus

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: 1

Definition: Something that arouses or incites activity or energy in someone or something.

Example Sentence: The shocking news acted as a stimulus for her to pursue her dreams.

Sense: 2

Definition: In physiology, a stimulus is something that causes a specific response in an organism.

Example Sentence: The bright light was a stimulus that triggered the reflex reaction.

Sense: 3

Definition: In economics, a stimulus refers to a government action designed to encourage economic growth.

Example Sentence: The government implemented various stimulus measures to revive the economy.