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How do you spell Stimulation?

Correct spelling

stimulation

Remember STIMULUS + ATION: the pointed stick (stimulus) gets the action ending.

Why is stimulation spelled this way?

From Latin stimulare, to goad. STIMULUS (a pointed stick). Stimulation is being prodded — sensation that prods the mind or body into heightened response.

Common misspellings of stimulation

stimualtionstimulatonstimmulationstimilation

Example

The bright colors provided visual stimulation for the developing infant's brain.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell stimulation?+
The correct spelling is "stimulation". Remember STIMULUS + ATION: the pointed stick (stimulus) gets the action ending.
Is it stimualtion or stimulation?+
The correct spelling is "stimulation", not "stimualtion".

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