impetuous
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British pronunciation
/ɪmpˈɛt‍ʃuːəs/

Definition & Meaning of "impetuous"

impetuous
01

done swiftly and without careful thought, driven by sudden and strong emotions or impulses

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His impetuous decision to move to a new city without a job lined up worried his friends and family.
She made an impetuous purchase of a luxury car, which she later regretted due to its high maintenance costs.
02

moving with intense force

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The impetuous waves crashed against the rocky shoreline, sending sprays of water into the air.
The river became impetuous after the heavy rains, sweeping away everything in its path.
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