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impetuously

 

[ ɪmˈpɛtjʊəsli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

in a sudden and impulsive way

Characterized by sudden and forceful energy or emotion; done with sudden and uncontrolled force.

Synonyms

impulsively, rashly, recklessly

Examples of usage

  • He impetuously grabbed her hand and pulled her towards him.
  • She acted impetuously, without thinking of the consequences.
Context #2 | Adjective

done quickly without thought

Acting or done quickly and without care; impulsive.

Synonyms

hasty, impulsive, rash

Examples of usage

  • Her impetuous decision led to unexpected consequences.
  • He is known for his impetuous behavior.

Translations

Translations of the word "impetuously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 impetuosamente

🇮🇳 उतावलेपन से

🇩🇪 unüberlegt

🇮🇩 dengan gegabah

🇺🇦 імпульсивно

🇵🇱 gwałtownie

🇯🇵 衝動的に

🇫🇷 impétueusement

🇪🇸 impetuosamente

🇹🇷 fevri şekilde

🇰🇷 성급하게

🇸🇦 بتهور

🇨🇿 impulzivně

🇸🇰 impulzívne

🇨🇳 冲动地

🇸🇮 impulzivno

🇮🇸 hvatlega

🇰🇿 құмарлықпен

🇬🇪 იმპულსურად

🇦🇿 tezliklə

🇲🇽 impetuosamente

Word origin

The word 'impetuously' is derived from the Latin word 'impetuosus', which means 'impetuous' or 'violent'. It dates back to the 17th century and has been used to describe actions or behavior that is done in a sudden, impulsive manner without much thought. The word emphasizes the idea of sudden force or energy in one's actions.

See also: impetuosity, impetuousness.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,960, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.