(しょくはつ)

しょくはつ
noun
inspiration; stimulation; triggering
cognition
1. inspiration; stimulation; being triggered
Being inspired or stimulated by something external to take action or have new ideas.
(かれ)言葉(ことば)触発(しょくはつ)された
I was inspired by his words.
Inspired by this movie, I started writing a novel.
Inspired by my friend's success, I decided to start a business.

触発(しょくはつ) emphasizes external stimulus.

Usage

  • Often passive: ~触発(しょくはつ)される (to be inspired by)
  • Implies that something external prompts action or ideas

Common patterns

Similar words

  • 触発(しょくはつ): emphasizes external trigger
  • 刺激(しげき): stimulation (more general)
  • インスピレーション: inspiration (loanword, more artistic)