Impetuosity: meaning, definitions and examples
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impetuosity
[ ˌɪmpɪtjuˈɒsɪti ]
in behavior
The quality of being impulsive or acting suddenly without careful thought. It is often characterized by a lack of self-control and a tendency to act on sudden urges or emotions.
Synonyms
haste, impulsiveness, rashness, recklessness
Examples of usage
- She often acted with impetuosity, making decisions on a whim without considering the consequences.
- His impetuosity led him to quit his job without having another one lined up.
- The impetuosity of his actions caused chaos and confusion among his colleagues.
in nature
The force or energy with which a body moves. It is often associated with a sudden burst of speed or momentum.
Synonyms
force, momentum, speed, velocity
Examples of usage
- The impetuosity of the river's current made it difficult to navigate.
- The impetuosity of the wind carried the leaves far and wide.
- The impetuosity of the horse's gallop was exhilarating.
Translations
Translations of the word "impetuosity" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ímpeto
🇮🇳 उतावलापन
🇩🇪 Heftigkeit
🇮🇩 keranjingan
🇺🇦 імпульсивність
🇵🇱 impulsywność
🇯🇵 衝動
🇫🇷 impétuosité
🇪🇸 impetuosidad
🇹🇷 atılganlık
🇰🇷 충동
🇸🇦 اندفاعية
🇨🇿 impulzivita
🇸🇰 impulzívnosť
🇨🇳 冲动
🇸🇮 impulzivnost
🇮🇸 hvatvísi
🇰🇿 ұшқалақтық
🇬🇪 დაუფიქრებლობა
🇦🇿 tələsiklik
🇲🇽 impetuosidad
Word origin
The word 'impetuosity' originates from the Latin word 'impetuositas', which means 'violence, force'. It has been used in English since the late 16th century to describe the quality of being impulsive or acting with sudden energy. The concept of impetuosity has been explored in various literary works and philosophical discussions, highlighting both its positive and negative aspects in human behavior and nature.
See also: impetuously, impetuousness.