衝動 — meaning in English

English meaning

• impulse noun A sudden strong urge to act, often without thinking it through.
• urge noun A strong impulse or desire to do something.

Senses

衝動 is used for these senses in English:

• impulse A thrust; a push; a sudden force that impels.
• urge A strong desire; an itch to do something.

impulse — full definition

1. noun A sudden strong urge to act, often without thinking it through.
2. noun A sudden force or push that sets something in motion.

urge — full definition

1. noun A strong impulse or desire to do something.
2. verb To strongly encourage or push someone to do something.

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