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impetuosity

[im-pech-oo-os-i-tee] / ɪmˌpɛtʃ uˈɒs ɪ ti /




















NOUN
vehemence
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The Friar is equally alert to the danger inherent in such impetuosity: “They stumble that run fast,” he cautions as the lovers hurtle toward the abyss.

From New York Times • Jun. 16, 2023

Argentina defender Cristian Romero has been better but his impetuosity is a liability at times.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2023

These people having no towns, all their wars are carried on with eagerness and impetuosity.

From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023

“On the other hand, his impetuosity makes him a lawyer’s nightmare and his overconfidence may lead him astray. Whoever questions him will encourage that,” the professor added.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 4, 2022

Nevertheless, he started personally on this expedition with his usual ferocity and impetuosity.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli




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