About The Word Impulsion
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Impulsion
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What's The Definition Of Impulsion?
[n] the act of applying force suddenly; "the impulse knocked him over"
[n] a force that moves something along Synonyms | Synonyms for Impulsion: drift | impetus | impetus | impulse Related Terms | Find terms related to Impulsion: See Also | drive | driving force | force | thrust Impulsion In Webster's Dictionary \Im*pul"sion\, n. [L. impulsio: cf. F. impulsion. See
{Impel}.]
1. The act of impelling or driving onward, or the state of
being impelled; the sudden or momentary agency of a body
in motion on another body; also, the impelling force, or
impulse. ``The impulsion of the air.'' --Bacon.
2. Influence acting unexpectedly or temporarily on the mind;
sudden motive or influence; impulse. ``The impulsion of
conscience.'' --Clarendon. ``Divine impulsion prompting.''
--Milton.
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