adjective

impulsive

/ɪmˈpʌlsɪv/ · say it: im·PUL·siv

acting on sudden urges

In Personality & Character

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1. (adjective) doing things suddenly without thinking carefully about the results

2. (adjective) resulting from a sudden desire or emotion rather than careful planning

Examples

1. He made an impulsive decision to quit his job without finding another one first.
2. Her impulsive purchase of expensive shoes left her with less money for bills.

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impulsive

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