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impulsief — meaning in English

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English meaning

impetuous adj Acting suddenly and without careful thought, often forcefully.
impulsive adj Acting suddenly on urges or feelings, without thinking things through first.
quixotic adjective Extremely idealistic and eager to do noble things without regard for what is realistic or practical.

Senses

impulsief is used for these senses in English:

impetuous Making arbitrary decisions, especially in an impulsive and forceful manner.
quixotic Resembling or characteristic of the Spanish chivalric hero Don Quixote; possessed with or resulting from the desire to do noble and romantic deeds, without thought of realism and practicality.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Dutch words

onstuimig bruusk gewelddadig donquichotterig wereldvreemd