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1. impetus
noun. ['ˈɪmpətəs'] a force that moves something along.
Synonyms
- drift
- impulsion
Antonyms
- abience
- civilian
- centripetal force
Etymology
- impetus (Latin)
- impetere (Latin)
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Rhymes with Impetus
- actus
- aeltus
- albertus
- altus
- apparatus
- apprentice
- armistice
- arthritis
- artus
- asbestos
- augustus
- augustus
- bartus
- batus
- batus
- bronchitis
- brutus
- cactus
- cetus
- coitus
How do you pronounce impetus?
Pronounce impetus as ˈɪmpətəs.
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Sentences with impetus
1. Noun, singular or mass
Others may use it as a source of and impetus for personal growth and change.
Quotes about impetus
1. The joy which answers to prayer give, cannot be described; and the impetus which they afford to the spiritual life is exceedingly great.
- George Muller
2. impetus
noun. ['ˈɪmpətəs'] the act of applying force suddenly.
Synonyms
- thrust
- impulsion
- driving force
- impulse
Antonyms
- stay in place
- pull
- attract
- stand still
Etymology
- impetus (Latin)
- impetere (Latin)