impetuosity

Definition

The quality of making rash or arbitrary decisions, especially in an impulsive or forceful manner.

Etymology

From English impetuous + -ity, from Middle French impétuosité, from Old French.

Example Sentences

• "She had however another motive, beside her obedience, to accompany the old gentleman in the chase; for by her presence she hoped in some measure to restrain his impetuosity, and to prevent him from so frequently exposing his neck to the utmost hazard."
• "Again his lordship began his long and deliberate perusal, while Henrietta watched the slow motion of his eyes with a degree of impetuosity she could scarcely repress."

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