impetulant

/ˌɪmpɪˈtjuːlənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

given to acting on impulse; hasty and impulsive

“After a few sips of wine, he became impetulant and started a heated argument.”

2. noun

a person with a tendency to act on impulse; an impulsive person

“The impetulant child ran out into the street without looking.”

Synonyms

  • hasty
  • heedless
  • impulsive

Antonyms

  • cautious
  • prudent