impulsiv

impulsive

adjective im-pul-SEEF Rare

Origin: from Latin 'impulsus' (push)

Also means

spontaneous, acting without thinking

Usage Note

Impulsiv describes behaviour driven by immediate emotion rather than reflection. In everyday German it can be neutral-to-positive (passionate, spontaneous) or negative (reckless, hot-headed) depending on context.

Examples

"Ihre impulsive Reaktion bereute sie schon kurz danach."

Natural Translation

She regretted her impulsive reaction shortly afterwards.

Literal Translation

Her impulsive reaction she regretted already shortly after.

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