impetus

Meaning

The force or motivation that drives something forward; momentum.

The force or energy with which a body moves; driving force; stimulus.

a driving force or stimulus that makes something happen or progress more quickly

Example Sentences

The new policy provided an impetus for economic growth.

The new project gave an impetus to the company's growth.

The new policy gave fresh impetus to the education reforms.

Synonyms

motivation, drive, momentum, stimulus, boost

Entry 1

motivation, drive, momentum

Entry 2

motivation, drive, stimulus, momentum

Entry 3

stimulus, motivation, drive, boost, momentum

Antonyms

hindrance, obstruction, deterrent, discouragement, inertia, obstacle

Entry 1

hindrance, obstruction, deterrent

Entry 2

discouragement, inertia, hindrance

Entry 3

hindrance, obstacle, deterrent

Collocations

provide impetus, give impetus, create impetus, main impetus