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as in obsessive
caused by or suggestive of an irresistible urge
an impulsive purchase of a very expensive jacket
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2
as in volatile
prone to sudden illogical changes of mind, ideas, or actions
an impulsive woman who never seems to have the same opinion about anything for longer than 10 minutes
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as in capriciousness
an inclination to sudden illogical changes of mind, ideas, or actions
his irrepressible impulsiveness sometimes got him into trouble
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Recent Examples of impulsive
Erin Alberty, Axios, 14 Apr. 2025
Tom is going to be Tom forever, and that's what makes Tom great, and that's what gives Tom problems sometimes, is that Tom is impulsive.
—Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Her argument is often contradictory and impulsive, working backward from a paradisiacal climax, leapfrogging over almost every practical concern—and plenty of ethical ones too.
—Audrey Wollen, Harpers Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
What began as an impulsive decision turned into an unforgettable journey, one that gave her the opportunity to experience the U.S. in a way few travelers do.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 13 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Grouped here and there upon the pavement or store step, sat breathless listeners, impulsive to catch ...
—Erin Alberty, Axios, 14 Apr. 2025
Tom is going to be Tom forever, and that's what makes Tom great, and that's what gives Tom problems sometimes, is that Tom is impulsive.
—Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Her argument is often contradictory and impulsive, working backward from a paradisiacal climax, leapfrogging over almost every practical concern—and plenty of ethical ones too.
—Audrey Wollen, Harpers Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
What began as an impulsive decision turned into an unforgettable journey, one that gave her the opportunity to experience the U.S. in a way few travelers do.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 13 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for impulsive
Adjective
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Gossip Girl’s Penn Badgley reprises his role as the charming yet obsessive serial killer, Joe, who is returning to where his story began: New York City.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Issues of urban renewal, the value of public art, the difficulty of being married to an obsessive artist and lots more run through Workman’s film.—
Michael Phillips,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Over the past four years, SOFI's annual returns have been considerably more volatile than the S&P 500, with returns of 27% in 2021, -71% in 2022, 116% in 2023, and 55% in 2024.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Income tax is more volatile and susceptible to the ups and downs within the economy, Greller said.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Count My Lies centers on compulsive liar Sloane Caraway, who bluffs her way into a job as a nanny for a gorgeous and charismatic couple, Violet and Jay Lockhart.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Apr. 2025
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The film explores the intersection of artistic expression, mental health and family dynamics through the story of social media sensation Sam Cox, whose compulsive doodling transformed his home into a black and white masterpiece that captured the public’s imagination.—
Gus Alexiou,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Each episode is a mini movie, existing in its own world with a unique tone and vibe, featuring an eccentric lot of characters played by a truly gonzo parade of guest stars.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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The participants, most of whom were women, underwent a two-week control period before completing four weeks of an eccentric exercise routine.—
Kristen Fischer,
Health,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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What begins as a seemingly spontaneous family journey gradually reveals deeper layers of both grief and resilience, as Ella starts to sense that her father’s intentions may be masking a more profound truth.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
28 Apr. 2025
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Additional footage showed the family breaking out into spontaneous dance moments after the selection was made.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Last year, black cherry was the fruit of the season—nails and lips were drenched in the moody color, and pulse points spritzed with the juicy fruit’s aroma.—
Margaux Anbouba,
Vogue,
30 Apr. 2025
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The exterior of the building is painted a moody shade of teal and has a slanted roof which helps redirect rainwater to the base of the oak tree.—
Kimberley Mok,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Given the administration’s capricious approach to economic policy, experts warn to expect continued turbulence.—
Ryan Ermey,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2025
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This process is complicated by design — a design intended to protect universities from capricious, politically motivated meddling and to make the withdrawal of federal funding an option of last resort.—
M. Gessen,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2025
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For fans of marmalade sandwiches and whimsical bear adventures, this Notting Hill property may feel oddly familiar—and for good reason.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
22 Apr. 2025
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Style it under a whimsical net canopy for a private reading nook in bedrooms and playrooms.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Impulsive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impulsive. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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