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stimuli

 

[ ˈstɪm.jʊ.laɪ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

scientific context

Stimuli refer to any events or changes in the environment that can provoke a response in an organism. They can take various forms, including physical (e.g., light, sound) or chemical (e.g., odors, tastes) influences. In psychology, stimuli are used to study behavior and reaction in both human and animal subjects. Understanding how stimuli affect responses is fundamental to psychological and biological research.

Synonyms

influence, stimulus, trigger

Examples of usage

  • The loud noise served as a stimuli, triggering the reflex action.
  • Different types of stimuli can influence human emotions.
  • In experiments, visual stimuli were shown to participants.
  • The garden is designed to provide sensory stimuli for visitors.

Translations

Translations of the word "stimuli" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estímulos

🇮🇳 उत्तेजक

🇩🇪 Stimuli

🇮🇩 stimulasi

🇺🇦 стимули

🇵🇱 bodźce

🇯🇵 刺激物

🇫🇷 stimuli

🇪🇸 estímulos

🇹🇷 uyarıcılar

🇰🇷 자극

🇸🇦 محفزات

🇨🇿 podněty

🇸🇰 podnety

🇨🇳 刺激

🇸🇮 stimulusi

🇮🇸 örvandi

🇰🇿 ынталандырулар

🇬🇪 სტიმულები

🇦🇿 stimullar

🇲🇽 estímulos

Etymology

The word 'stimuli' is derived from the Latin word 'stimulus', which means 'a goad, a spur, or a stimulus'. The origins of 'stimulus' can be traced back to the early 18th century when it was adopted into English from Latin. In Latin, it referred to something that incites or provokes action. Over time, the term has been used in various fields, particularly in biology and psychology, to describe factors that cause a response or reaction. The plural form, 'stimuli', has been used to encompass multiple sources of stimulus, reflecting its relevance in contexts where different forms of stimuli are analyzed or discussed, such as in sensory studies or behavioral experiments.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,237 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.