How to pronounce “impulsive”

Meaning

• [Adjective]
• Having the power of driving or impelling; giving an impulse; moving; impellent.
• Actuated by impulse or by transient feelings; inclined to make rapid decisions without due consideration.
• (mechanics) Acting momentarily, or by impulse; not continuous – said of forces.
• [Noun]
• That which impels or gives an impulse; an impelling agent.
• One whose behaviour or personality is characterized by being impulsive.

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