stimulus
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/ˈstɪmjələs/
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/ˈstɪmjələs/
Something that helps someone or something grow or improve faster.
The government's funding served as a stimulus for new business growth.
政府的资金为新业务增长起到了促进作用。
Something that causes a reaction in a person, animal, or plant.
The bright light was a strong stimulus that made the pupils contract.
强光是一种强烈的刺激,导致瞳孔收缩。