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STIMULUS

/ˈstɪm.jə.ləs/

8 letters · 3 syllables · noun

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Definition of STIMULUS

noun

Any external phenomenon that has an influence on a system, by triggering or modifying an internal phenomenon.

"an economic stimulus"

noun

Something external that elicits or influences a physiological or psychological activity or response.

noun

Anything effectively impinging upon any of the sensory apparatuses of a living organism, including physical phenomena both internal and external to the body.

Synonyms of STIMULUS

Words with similar meaning

Examples of STIMULUS in a Sentence

  • "an economic stimulus"

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
14
points

Is STIMULUS a Scrabble Word?

Yes, STIMULUS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 14 pts

Tip: STIMULUS uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for STIMULUS

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter stimulus Total
Scrabble 11131111 10
WWF 11142221 14

Words You Can Make With the Letters in STIMULUS

100 words from the letters in STIMULUS

How to Use STIMULUS in Word Games

STIMULUS is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble STIMULUS to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About STIMULUS

What does STIMULUS mean?
STIMULUS is a noun. Any external phenomenon that has an influence on a system, by triggering or modifying an internal phenomenon.
Is STIMULUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, STIMULUS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is STIMULUS worth in Scrabble?
STIMULUS is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from STIMULUS?
You can make 100 words from the letters in STIMULUS. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of STIMULUS?
Synonyms of STIMULUS include: impetus, impulse, spur, influence. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.