excitation vs lull

excitation

noun
  • The activity produced in an organ, tissue, or part, such as a nerve cell, as a result of stimulation 

  • The act of exciting or putting in motion; the act of rousing up or awakening. 

  • The act of producing excitement (stimulation); also, the excitement produced. 

  • A transition of a nucleus, atom or molecule to an excited state by the absorption of a quantum of energy; the opposite of relaxation 

lull

noun
  • A period of rest or soothing. 

  • A period without waves or wind. 

  • An extended pause between sets of waves. 

  • A period of reduced activity; a respite 

verb
  • To cause to rest by soothing influences; to compose; to calm 

  • To become gradually calm; to subside; to cease or abate. 

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