impulsive

impulsive definition - medical

im·pul·sive (ĭm-pŭlˈsĭv)

adjective
  1. Inclined or tending to act on impulse rather than thought.
  2. Motivated by or resulting from impulse.

Related Forms:

  • im·pulˈsive·ness, imˌpul·sivˈi·ty noun

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