impetus
Translation
momentum, driving force, stimulus
Examples
The new policy gave fresh impetus to the project.
The new policy gave fresh impetus to the project.
The team lost its impetus after the key player's injury.
The team lost its impetus after the key player's injury.
Grammar Patterns
((the impetus for sth.)) the driving force for (sth.) The impetus for the change came from the public.
((the impetus to do sth.)) the stimulus to do (sth.) The award gave her the impetus to continue her research.
Similar Words
Synonyms: momentum, stimulus, drive; Antonyms: hindrance
Etymology
From Latin 'impetus' (attack, force), from 'im-' (in) + 'petere' (to seek, rush at).
Memory Tips
Think of something rushing 'in' with great force, providing the push or 'impetus'.