stimulus

Pronunciation

Noun B2 Upper-intermediate

Something that causes a reaction or response in a living thing, or something that encourages activity or growth.

"Light acts as a stimulus that makes the plant grow toward the window."

Synonyms and antonyms

trigger prompt

The plural of "stimulus" is "stimuli".

Which word fits the gap? "Light acts as a _____ that makes the plant grow toward the window."

Answer: stimulus

In your own words, what does "stimulus" mean?

Something that causes a reaction or response in a living thing, or something that encourages activity or growth.