stimulus
/ˈstɪm.jə.ləs/noun
High School
1
An external phenomenon that has an influence on a system, by triggering or modifying an internal phenomenon; for example, a spur or incentive that drives a person to take action or change behaviour.
2
Something external that elicits or influences a physiological or psychological activity or response, or that affects any of the sensory apparatuses.
3
A stinging part on the body of a plant or insect.
Thesaurus
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing