impulsivity

[ im-puhl-siv-i-tee ]

noun

1. the quality of being easily swayed by emotional or involuntary urges or by momentary desires, without weighing them rationally:

   Insufficient sleep may increase the potential for risk-taking by compromising decision-making and increasing impulsivity.

Other Words From

• non·im·pul·sive·ness noun
• non·im·pul·siv·i·ty noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of impulsivity¹

impulsiv(e) ( def ) + -ity ( def )

Example Sentences

Many of those who know Rivera have said in recent months that he might be the ideal coach for Snyder, a man who commands respect from his players but with the right, even temperament to withstand the explosions of an impulsive owner.

From Washington Post

For a franchise with a long past of impulsive winters that have led to somber autumns, Rivera’s decision to go small in his first free agency might be the best bet he could have made.

From Washington Post

It was a perfect storm that led to this one impulsive act, an act he couldn’t take back.

From Washington Post

It can also make it harder to control impulsive behaviors, says Amy Reichelt.

From Science News For Students

Just look at Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner, the frivolous and impulsive champion of covid-19’s diabolical dreams, potentially reintroducing the virus during his team’s celebration.

From Washington Post

It may be more difficult for someone who already had issues with impulsivity or depression to have those conditions aggravated.

From The Daily Beast