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impetus noun

  /ˈɪm.pə.təs/
  • A force, either internal or external, that impels; an impulse.
 élan

impetuous adjective

  /imˈpɛt͡ʃuəs/
  • Characterized by sudden violence or vehemence.
 impétueux, brusque, brutal, violent
  • Making arbitrary decisions, especially in an impulsive and forceful manner.
 impulsif, irréfléchi

impetuously adverb

  • In an impetuous manner; with sudden force
 fougueusement
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