Impetuousness: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe actions done quickly without thought or care, often with enthusiasm or impatience.

• Her impetuousness led her to interrupt the meeting without thinking about the consequences

Describes actions or decisions made spontaneously, without prior planning; can be both positive or negative depending on the situation.

• Her impulsiveness led her to buy a ticket to Paris on a whim

Connotes disregard for danger or consequences, often involving risky behavior; usually has a negative connotation.

• His recklessness in driving fast on icy roads was highly dangerous

Refers to a lack of attention or consideration, often resulting in careless mistakes; it reflects negligence.

• His heedlessness while crossing the street almost got him hit by a car

Impetuousness is best applied to describe someone acting on impulse without considering the consequences, often in a negative sense.

• Her impetuousness led her to make a hasty decision that she later regretted

Violence refers to extreme physical force intended to harm or damage, and it is nearly always used in a negative context.

• The protest turned into violence, causing injuries and arrests

Force indicates power, strength, or compulsion, and is often used in contexts involving physical power or influence.

• The wind blew with such force that it knocked down several trees

Energy refers to the capacity to do work or perform actions with vitality and enthusiasm, commonly used in both positive and neutral contexts.

• He approached his new job with a great deal of energy and enthusiasm