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Impulse
01
an instinctive motive
02
a sudden strong urge or desire to do something, often without thinking or planning beforehand
03
the electrical discharge that travels along a nerve fiber
04
the act of applying force suddenly
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(electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients)
06
an impelling force or strength
impulse
n
Example
She bought the quirky hat on a whimsical impulse while shopping.
Nerve tissue carries electrical impulses throughout the body, facilitating communication between cells.
Sublimation is a defense mechanism where individuals channel unacceptable impulses into socially acceptable activities.
He quickly strangled the impulse to argue, knowing it wouldn't help.
He was a hot-blooded individual who often acted on impulse.
