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im·pet·u·ous
impetuous
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- pronunciation:
- ihm
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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition: |
done suddenly and without much thought; impulsive.
She made an impetuous decision to cut off all her hair.- synonyms:
- impulsive, rash, spontaneous
- antonyms:
- cautious
- similar words:
- abrupt, headlong, nasty, offhand, snap, sudden
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related words: |
reckless, spontaneous, thoughtless, violent |
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derivations: |
impetuously (adv.), impetuousness (n.) |
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