impulse
Pronunciation:
/ˈɪmpʌls/noun
Definitions
A thrust; a push; a sudden force that impels.
A wish or urge, particularly a sudden one prompting action.
Example: The impulse to learn drove me to study night and day.
The integral of force over time.
Example: The total impulse from the impact will depend on the kinetic energy of the bullet.
verb
Definitions
To impel; to incite.