stimulation
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1 sensory or biological input (n.) B2 Upper Intermediate Technical Sciencesomething that causes a physical reaction in the body or brain.
the physiological arousal of an organism or a specific organ resulting from external or internal stimuli.
ExampleThe baby needs visual stimulation, like bright colors and moving toys, to help their brain develop.
ExampleElectrical stimulation of the muscle fibers allowed the researchers to observe the contraction patterns without relying on voluntary neural signals.
UsageOften used with 'of' followed by the body part or system being activated.
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2 intellectual interest (n.) B2 Upper Intermediate Academicthe feeling of being interested and excited by new ideas or activities.
the provision of interesting or challenging input that encourages mental activity or engagement.
ExampleHe moved to the city because he wanted more intellectual stimulation than his small town provided.
ExampleThe university environment provides constant mental stimulation through guest lectures, diverse student debates, and access to extensive research archives.
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3 economic or social boost (n.) C1 Advanced Formalthe act of helping something, like a business or the economy, to grow and become more active.
the act of encouraging or accelerating a process, particularly within an economic or social framework.
ExampleThe government hopes that lower taxes will provide the stimulation the economy needs.
ExampleThe central bank argued that further monetary stimulation was necessary to prevent the manufacturing sector from entering a prolonged period of decline.
From Latin stimulātiō. Morphologically stimulate + -ion.