stiimulid
Stiimulid is a term encountered in a small subset of scientific texts to denote a class of stimuli that evoke a stimulatory response in a biological or behavioral system. The word is not part of standard scientific nomenclature and does not have a formally codified definition in major reference works.
Etymology and concept: the name combines a root related to stimulus with an -oid suffix, suggesting resemblance
Usage and scope: stiimulids are described as stimuli that increase activity, arousal, or engagement in a system.
Classification and interpretation: because the term is not standardized, definitions and criteria for what constitutes a
See also: stimulus, sensory modality, psychophysiology, behavioral neuroscience. Note that stiimulid is not universally recognized and