impetuous

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Learn the meaning of impetuous with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

impetuous

(adjective)

Meaning

acting quickly without thought or care

Example

"Her impetuous decision to leave school surprised everyone."

Synonyms

recklesshasty

Antonyms

cautiousdeliberate

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'impetuosus', meaning 'violent or sudden'.
Related word forms
  • noun: impetuosity
  • adverb: impetuously

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