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impetus noun

  /ˈɪm.pə.təs/
  • Anything that impels; a stimulating factor.
 aanleiding, impuls
  • The force or energy associated with a moving body; a stimulus.
 drijvende kracht, stuwkracht
  • A force, either internal or external, that impels; an impulse.
 impuls, stuwkracht
  • An activity in response to a stimulus.
 prikkel, stimulans

impetuous adjective

  /imˈpɛt͡ʃuəs/
  • Characterized by sudden violence or vehemence.
 onstuimig, bruusk, gewelddadig
  • Making arbitrary decisions, especially in an impulsive and forceful manner.
 impulsief
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