Impetus

Pronunciation: /ˈɪmpətəs/

Impetus (noun)

  1. A force or reason that encourages action or movement.
  2. The energy or influence that drives change or progress in a situation.

Examples

  • A strong impetus drives people to achieve their goals.
  • The new policy gave fresh impetus to the project.

Common collocations: provide impetus, create impetus, gain impetus, lose impetus

Synonyms of Impetus

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Impetus

  • — refers to a restraint or hindrance to action.
  • — indicates a barrier that slows progress.