Stimulus

usgb/ˈstɪmjələs/
noun

Something causing a reaction or a change.

The government's tax cuts were a stimulus for economic growth.
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Often appears as...

  • economic stimulus
  • use as stimulus
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Economy Reaction

Used to describe measures taken to positively influence economic change or reaction.

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Interest rate cuts served as a stimulus during the financial downturn.
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Broad Application

Can apply to various situations where an action spurs change, not just economic.

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A new art movement can act as a stimulus for cultural innovation.
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