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impetuousness

 

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Noun impetuousness has 1 sense
  1. impetuousness, impetuosity - rash impulsiveness
    --1 is a kind of impulsiveness

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Impetuousness

Definition

Impetuousness refers to the quality of being impetuous, characterized by sudden and impulsive actions without much thought or consideration.

Senses and Usages

1. Noun - Impulsive Behavior

Impetuousness, as a noun, denotes the behavior or quality of being impulsive, where individuals tend to act suddenly and without forethought.

Example sentence: His impetuousness often leads him to make rash decisions he later regrets.

2. Adjective - Impulsive

The term 'impetuousness' can also function as an adjective, describing someone or something that displays impulsive traits.

Example sentence: The impetuous nature of his actions caused concern among his friends and family.

3. Adverb - Impulsively

Impetuousness can be used as an adverb, emphasizing the way in which an action is done impulsively.

Example sentence: She decided to buy the dress impulsively, driven by her impetuousness.

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