Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Impulsive.
How to pronounce impulsive:
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Impulsive - as an adjective satellite
Proceeding from natural feeling or impulse without external stimulus
Example: "An impulsive gesture of affection"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
unprompted17Without forethought
Example: "Letting him borrow her car was an impulsive act that she immediately regretted"
Having the power of driving or impelling
Example: "A driving personal ambition"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
driving12Determined by chance or impulse or whim rather than by necessity or reason
Example: "A capricious refusal"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
capricious16whimsical19Characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation
Example: "A hotheaded decision"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brainish13hotheaded17impetuous13madcap13tearaway14Impulsive - as a noun
That which impels or gives an impulse; an impelling agent.
One whose behaviour or personality is characterized by being impulsive.
Impulsive - as an adjective
Having the power of driving or impelling; giving an impulse; moving; impellent.
Actuated by impulse or by transient feelings; inclined to make rapid decisions without due consideration.
Acting momentarily, or by impulse; not continuous – said of forces.
Example Sentences
"He made an impulsive decision to quit his job without another job lined up."
"She regretted her impulsive purchase as soon as she got home."
"His impulsive behavior often leads to trouble."
"The impulsive teenager dyed her hair pink on a whim."
"I need to learn to control my impulsive urges to spend money."
Word Game Points
Is IMPULSIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, impulsive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
IMPULSIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is IMPULSIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, impulsive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordIMPULSIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is IMPULSIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, impulsive is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordIMPULSIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
