English / word
stimuli
noun C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
Things that evoke a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue, or encourage activity (plural of stimulus).
In context
01
Sensory stimuli trigger reactions in the nervous system.
02
Bright light and loud sounds are common stimuli for alertness.
Synonyms
triggers,incentives,prompts
Antonyms
deterrents,discouragements,inhibitors
Collocations
sensory stimuli,external stimuli,environmental stimuli