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- [im-puhl-siv]
- /ɪmˈpʌl sɪv/
- /ˌʌnɪmˈpʌlsɪv /
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- US Pronunciation
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- [im-puhl-siv]
- /ɪmˈpʌl sɪv/
Definitions of unimpulsive word
- adjective unimpulsive actuated or swayed by emotional or involuntary impulses: an impulsive child. 1
- adjective unimpulsive having the power or effect of impelling; characterized by impulsion: impulsive forces. 1
- adjective unimpulsive inciting to action: the impulsive effects of a revolutionary idea. 1
- adjective unimpulsive Mechanics. (of forces) acting momentarily; not continuous. 1
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Origin of unimpulsive
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 Unimpulsive
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unimpulsive 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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