impulsus — meaning in English

English meaning

• impact noun The force of one object striking another; a collision.
• impulse noun A sudden strong urge to act, often without thinking it through.
• shock noun A sudden, jarring surprise or emotional blow.

Senses

impulsus is used for these senses in English:

• impact The force or energy of a collision of two objects.
• impulse A thrust; a push; a sudden force that impels.
• shock A sudden, heavy impact.

impact — full definition

1. noun The force of one object striking another; a collision.
2. noun A significant effect or influence.
3. verb To have a significant effect on something.
4. verb To strike or collide with something forcefully.

impulse — full definition

1. noun A sudden strong urge to act, often without thinking it through.
2. noun A sudden force or push that sets something in motion.

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