impetuous
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for impetuous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Acting suddenly and without careful thought, often forcefully.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use impetuous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
impetuous behaviour
an impetuous youth
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").
