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impetus
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ĩˈpetu/im·pe·to
Definition
1A sudden and forceful movement or impulse; a burst of energy, vigor, or violent force.
Usage examples
“With surprising impetus, the dog jumped over the wall.”
“He spoke with such impetus that he left the entire audience in silence.”
Common combinations
with impetusyouthful impetuslack of impetus