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AVERSIVE STIMULUS

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Aversive Stimulus.

Aversive Stimulus - as a noun

Any negative stimulus to which an organism will learn to make a response that avoids it

Example Sentences

"Loud noise can be considered as an aversive stimulus for some individuals."
"The electric shock was used as an aversive stimulus in the experiment."
"The foul odor acts as an aversive stimulus for insects and pests."
"During the training, the dog learned to associate the sound with the aversive stimulus."
"The flashing lights served as an aversive stimulus, causing discomfort to some participants."
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