No. 1,561 in Japanese
刺激
Stimulus; stimulation; incentive; motivation.
In a sentence
この映画は視覚的刺激が強かった。
This movie had strong visual stimulation.
刺激 is used here to describe a strong sensory impact or stimulation.
新しい環境は私にはいい刺激になりました。
The new environment was a good stimulus for me.
刺激 is used to denote something that motivates or provokes positive reactions.
辛い食べ物は舌への刺激が強い。
Spicy food provides intense stimulation to the tongue.
刺激 refers to the physical sensation caused by a strong taste.
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