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impetuous

IPA pronunciation: /ɪmˈpetʃ.u.əs/

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Russian meaning

Импульсивный, порывистый

English definition

Acting or done quickly and without thought or care; rash.

Example

Avoid making impetuous word selections during the Read and Select stage.

Collocations

impetuous decision
impetuous youth
impetuous behavior

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