impulsivedecision

noun

UK /ɪmˈpʌlsɪv dɪˈsɪʒən/

US /ɪmˈpʌlsɪv dɪˈsɪʒən/

A choice you make very quickly without thinking much about it first.

Buying that expensive toy was an impulsive decision, and he regretted it the next day.

SYNONYMS

snap decision rash choice spur-of-the-moment choice hasty decision knee-jerk decision

RELATED WORDS

impulse impulsive impulsiveness spontaneity recklessness

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A sudden choice made because of a strong feeling rather than careful thought.

Her impulsive decision to quit the team surprised everyone.

3. A quick action taken without planning ahead.

The impulsive decision to take the shortcut got them lost.

4. A choice driven by emotion at the moment it is made.

In anger, he made an impulsive decision to leave the party.