impulsively
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for impulsively, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adverb — Acting or done suddenly, without stopping to think it through.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use impulsively
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From impulsive plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly.
Full origin of impulsively →Frequently asked questions
What does “impulsively” mean?
The word “impulsively” means acting or done suddenly, without stopping to think it through. In plain terms, doing something on the spur of the moment, driven by feeling rather than planning.
How do you pronounce “impulsively”?
“Impulsively” is pronounced ihm-PUHL-sihv-lee (/ɪmˈpʌlsɪvli/ in IPA).
How do you use “impulsively” in a sentence?
Here is “impulsively” used in a sentence: “She impulsively bought a plane ticket the moment she saw the sale.”
What part of speech is “impulsively”?
“Impulsively” is an adverb.