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impulsiv — 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.

Senses

impulsiv is used for these senses in English:

impetuous Making arbitrary decisions, especially in an impulsive and forceful manner.
trigger-happy (by extension) Inclined to behave recklessly or violently at the slightest provocation.

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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”.

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