impetuous
adjective
of, relating to, or characterized by sudden or rash action, emotion, etc.; impulsive.
impetuousness
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a word derived from
impetuous.
Example Sentences
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Despite Musk’s impetuousness and his open hostility toward journalists, Isaacson said the unpredictable billionaire never backtracked on allowing him unfettered reporting.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 2023
In a Trompowsky, the impetuousness of youth costs Carlsen after 12.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 14, 2023
We immediately understand Taroon’s impetuousness, Jawid’s equivocation, Leyla’s bright anguish, Afiya’s fretful good sense.
From New York Times ● Dec. 6, 2021
And the reason for daily briefings: “They tend to force decisions to get made in a sensible way — they reduce impetuousness and procrastination.”
From Washington Post ● Jan. 10, 2020
The impetuousness of Essex approached very near to madness, and a dangerous form of madness.
From Great Ralegh by Hugh de Selincourt
