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Definitions for: Impulsion [n] the act of applying force suddenly; "the impulse knocked him over"
[n] a force that moves something along
Webster (1913) Definition: Im*pul"sion, n. [L. impulsio: cf. F. impulsion. See
Impel.]
1. The act of impelling or driving onward, or the state of
being impelled; the sudden or momentary agency of a body
in motion on another body; also, the impelling force, or
impulse. ``The impulsion of the air.'' --Bacon.
2. Influence acting unexpectedly or temporarily on the mind;
sudden motive or influence; impulse. ``The impulsion of
conscience.'' --Clarendon. ``Divine impulsion prompting.''
--Milton.
Synonyms: drift, impetus, impetus, impulse
See Also: drive, driving force, force, thrust
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