impetuous
0 antonyms and opposites of impetuous, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Acting suddenly and without careful thought, often forcefully.
How to use impetuous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Late Latin impetuosus ("violent"), from Latin impetus ("attack, force").
Full origin of impetuous →Frequently asked questions
What does “impetuous” mean?
The word “impetuous” means acting suddenly and without careful thought, often forcefully. In plain terms, acting on impulse, without stopping to think things through.
How do you pronounce “impetuous”?
“Impetuous” is pronounced eem-PEHT-shoo-uhs (/imˈpɛt͡ʃuəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “impetuous” in a sentence?
Here is “impetuous” used in a sentence: “His impetuous decision to quit cost him the promotion.”
What is another word for “impetuous”?
Words with a similar meaning to “impetuous” include impulsive, hasty, rash, hotheaded and heady.
What part of speech is “impetuous”?
“Impetuous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “impetuous” come from?
The word “impetuous” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin impetuosus ("violent"), from Latin impetus ("attack, force").