STIMULUS
/ˈstɪm.jə.ləs/
8 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of STIMULUS
Any external phenomenon that has an influence on a system, by triggering or modifying an internal phenomenon.
"an economic stimulus"
Something external that elicits or influences a physiological or psychological activity or response.
Anything effectively impinging upon any of the sensory apparatuses of a living organism, including physical phenomena both internal and external to the body.
Examples of STIMULUS in a Sentence
- "an economic stimulus"
Word Details
Is STIMULUS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, STIMULUS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | s | t | i | m | u | l | u | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in STIMULUS
100 words from the letters in STIMULUS
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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.
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