impulsiveness

[im-puhl-siv-nis]

noun

1. a variant of impulsivity.

Other Word Forms

• nonimpulsiveness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of impulsiveness¹

First recorded in 1655–65; impulsive ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )

Example Sentences

"Mr Trump's unpredictability, his impulsiveness and recklessness will inevitably lead to significant shocks in the bilateral relationship," says Wu Xinbo, professor and director at the Centre for American Studies at Fudan University.

From BBC

They were moments that embodied the rebellion and impulsiveness that fuels the best popular music — be it hip-hop, rock, dance.

From Los Angeles Times

Symptoms include restlessness, difficulty concentrating, and impulsiveness, which may evolve with age.

From BBC

The man who was supposed to protect this country put it in peril, because of his recklessness and impulsiveness.

From Salon

Only months ago, that included thoughts of self-harm, sleep deprivation and impulsiveness.

From Seattle Times