Yahoo Web Search

Search results

1. Dictionary

   impulsive

   /ɪmˈpʌlsɪv/

   adjective

   • 1. acting or done without forethought: "they'd married as impulsive teenagers" Similar impetuousspontaneoushastypassionateemotionaluninhibitedunrepressedabandonedrashrecklessfoolhardymadcapdevil-may-caredaredevilhot-headedwilddaringadventurousimpromptusnapspontaneousunpremeditatedspur-of-the-momentextemporaneousimpetuousprecipitatehastyheadlongrashrecklessincautiousimprudentinjudicioussuddenquickill-consideredill-thought-outunplannedthoughtlessunthinkingOpposite cautiouspremeditated
   • 2. acting as an impulse: "the approaching waves contain an impulsive component"

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the sense ‘tending to impel’): from French impulsif, -ive or late Latin impulsivus, from Latin impuls- ‘driven onwards’ (see impulse). impulsive (sense 1) dates from the mid 18th century.

   Derivatives

   • 1. impulsiveness noun
   • 2. impulsivity noun

   Scrabble Points: 16

   • I

     1

   • M

     3

   • P

     3

   • U

     1

   • L

     1

   • S

     1

   • I

     1

   • V

     4

   • E

     1

   Powered by Oxford Dictionaries

   More definitions, origin and scrabble points

2. People also ask

   What does it mean to act impulsively?

   • Acting impulsively means you are acting rashly, quickly, or hasty. An impulsive decision is one made very quickly with little time given to consider the possible outcomes of that decision. It is generally referred to as a decision made “in the heat of the moment” without stopping and thinking about the potential consequences.

   Emotional Lability, Anger, and Impulsiveness | DSHS

   www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/traumatic-brain-injury/emotional-lability-anger-and-impulsiveness

   See all results for this question

   What does Impulsivo mean?

   • impulsivo, impulsivo/-va… 需要一個翻譯器嗎？ 獲得快速、免費的翻譯！ IMPULSIVE的意思、解釋及翻譯：1. showing behaviour in which you do things suddenly without any planning and without considering…。 了解更多。

   IMPULSIVE在劍橋英語詞典中的解釋及翻譯 | Cambridge Dictionary

   dictionary.cambridge.org/zht/詞典/英語/impulsive

   See all results for this question

   What is an impulsive decision?

   • An impulsive decision is a decision made very quickly, with little time given to consider the possible outcomes. It is generally a decision made "in the heat of the moment" without stopping to think about the potential consequences. After a TBI, you may struggle with being impulsive.

   Emotional Lability, Anger, and Impulsiveness | DSHS

   www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/traumatic-brain-injury/emotional-lability-anger-and-impulsiveness

   See all results for this question

   What is the difference betweenpontaneous and impulsive?

   • Both spontaneous and impulsive refer to an action that is undertaken without too much thought. However, spontaneous has the connotation of pure joy and childlike pleasure, while impulsive focuses on the fact that the action has been undertaken without due consideration. For example, Gosh Mandy! Did you see the spontaneous joy that came bubbling up when Johnny received the prize for maths.

   What is the difference between \"spontaneous\" and \"impulsive\"?

   www.quora.com/what-is-the-difference-between-spontaneous-and-impulsive

   See all results for this question

3. medvidi.com › blog › intrusive-vs-impulsive-thoughtsIntrusive vs. Impulsive Thoughts: Key Differences and Examples

   medvidi.com › blog › intrusive-vs-impulsive-thoughts

   • Cached

   2 days ago · Techniques [8*] for curbing impulsivity aim at action or response prevention; this means avoiding impulsive actions by delaying decision-making or distracting attention from the thought. Delay: Setting a time frame before acting on the impulsive thought. Distraction: Diverting the mind’s attention to a new task and away from the thought.

4. differencebtw.com › impulsive-thoughts-vsImpulsive Thoughts vs. Intrusive Thoughts: Know the Difference

   differencebtw.com › impulsive-thoughts-vs

   • Cached

   1 day ago · Impulsive thoughts are sudden urges to act for immediate gratification, while intrusive thoughts are unwanted, distressing ideas entering one's mind involuntarily. Key Differences Impulsive thoughts are closely tied to impulsivity, reflecting a lack of deliberation and an inclination towards spontaneous decisions or actions, sometimes despite potential negative consequences.

5. www.psicologiasexologiamallorca.com › englishImpulsive Phobias: I’m afraid of what I might do, of losing ...

   www.psicologiasexologiamallorca.com › english

   • Cached

   5 days ago · The impact of impulsive phobias can be profound and debilitating. The constant fear of losing control can lead a person to avoid a wide range of situations, from social activities to everyday tasks. This avoidance reinforces the phobia, feeding the cycle of anxiety and restriction. Additionally, the ongoing distress can affect interpersonal ...

6. Videos

   • 

     5:55

     youtube.com

     Physics 10 Momentum and Impulse (1 of 30) What is the Definition of Impulse?

     5 Mar 2013

     140.3K views

   • 

     2:19

     youtube.com

     What is Impulse | Explained in 2 min

     11 Nov 2020

     4.5K views

   • 

     1:22

     youtube.com

     Impulsive | Meaning of impulsive

     15 Apr 2019

     8.1K views

   View all

7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › impulsivenessImpulsiveness - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

   www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › impulsiveness

   4 days ago · the trait of acting suddenly on impulse without reflection

8. www.factualamerica.com › mind-matters › 5-films-that5 Films That Challenge Our Understanding of Impulsive Behavior

   www.factualamerica.com › mind-matters › 5-films-that

   • Cached

   4 days ago · Exploring impulsive behavior through film allows viewers to engage with the emotional and psychological dimensions of characters, fostering a deeper understanding of this intricate human tendency. The portrayal of impulsive behavior in film not only entertains but also educates, shedding light on the various factors that drive such behaviors.

9. bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com › articles › 10Effects of decision making and impulsivity on the addictive ...

   bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com › articles › 10

   • Cached

   1 day ago · Using a cross-sectional design, a total of 126 adolescent outpatients and inpatients with a mean age of 15.49 years old (M = 15.49, SD = 1.56), male students (n = 28, 22.2%) and female students (n = 98, 77.8%) diagnosed with depressive disorders were recruited according to the criteria of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), and clinical interviews ...

10. www.betterhelp.com › advice › behaviorMental Health: What To Do When Someone You Love Has Erratic ...

    www.betterhelp.com › advice › behavior

    • Cached

    4 days ago · Decision-Making: Alex's decision-making appears impulsive and lacks consistency. Decisions that affect the team or projects seem to be made without a clear rationale or adherence to established processes. Social Interactions: In social interactions, Alex's behavior becomes unpredictable.