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Definition of impulsiveness

impulsiveness

/ɪmˈpʌl.sɪv.nəs/
im · pul · sive · ness
Adverb:impulsively
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Adjective:impulsive
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impulsiveness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality or tendency of acting suddenly based on immediate urges or feelings rather than careful thought or planning.

Example

"His youthful impulsiveness often led him to make hasty financial decisions that he later regretted."

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• Rhymes for impulsiveness

• Nearby Words

impulse
impulsive
impulsively
impulsiveness
impulsivity
impunity
impure

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective 'impulsive' and the native suffix '-ness'. 'Impulsive' derives from Late Latin 'impulsivus', from the past participle stem of Latin 'impellere' ('to drive forward or incite').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Impulsiveness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/impulsiveness
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