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impulsive

adj
/ɪmˈpʌlsɪv/

Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French impulsif, from Latin impulsivus.

  1. derived from impulsivus
  2. borrowed from impulsif

Definitions

  1. Having the power of driving or impelling

    Having the power of driving or impelling; giving an impulse; moving; impellent.

    • Poor men! poor papers! We and they / Do some impulsive force obey.

  2. Actuated by impulse or by transient feelings

    Actuated by impulse or by transient feelings; inclined to make rapid decisions without due consideration.

    • my heart, impulsive and wayward

  3. Acting momentarily, or by impulse

    Acting momentarily, or by impulse; not continuous – said of forces.

  4. ›+ 2 more definitions

    1. That which impels or gives an impulse

      That which impels or gives an impulse; an impelling agent.

      • Notwithstanding all which Motives and impulsives , Sir Thomas Overbury refused to be sent abroad , with such terms

    2. One whose behaviour or personality is characterized by being impulsive.

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Derived

impulsive speech, impulsivity, nonimpulsive, unimpulsive

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