ımpetus

German - English

Definition of ımpetus in German English dictionary

Related Terms

Impetus

impetus

English - English

Definition of ımpetus in English English dictionary

{n} a violent effort, force, blow, stroke

Synonyms

catalyst, energy, goad, impulse, impulsion, incentive, incitation, incitement, momentum, motivation, power, pressure, push, spur, stimulant

Antonyms

block, check, hindrance

Etymology

[ 'im-p&-t&s ] (noun.) 1641. From Latin impetus (“a rushing upon, an attack, assault, onset”) impetere (“to rush upon, attack”) in (“upon”) + petere (“to seek, fall upon”).