Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [im-puhl-siv]
- /ɪmˈpʌl sɪv/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [im-puhl-siv]
- /ɪmˈpʌl sɪv/
Definitions of impulsivity word
- adjective impulsivity actuated or swayed by emotional or involuntary impulses: an impulsive child. 1
- adjective impulsivity having the power or effect of impelling; characterized by impulsion: impulsive forces. 1
- adjective impulsivity inciting to action: the impulsive effects of a revolutionary idea. 1
- adjective impulsivity Mechanics. (of forces) acting momentarily; not continuous. 1
- noun impulsivity Inclination to act on impulse rather than thought. 1
- noun impulsivity a type of behaviour characterized by a tendency to act impulsively or without prior reflection or thought 0
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Origin of impulsivity
First appearance:
before 1375 One of the 22% oldest English words
1375-1425 for an earlier sense; 1545-55 for current senses; late Middle English impulsif < Medieval Latin impulsīvus. See impulse, -ive
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Parts of speech for Impulsivity
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impulsivity popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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