impulsivemedical dictionary

1. Having the power of driving or impelling; giving an impulse; moving; impellent. "Poor men! poor papers! We and they Do some impulsive force obey." (Prior)

2. Actuated by impulse or by transient feelings. "My heart, impulsive and wayward." (Longfellow)

3. <mechanics> Acting momentarily, or by impulse; not continuous; said of forces.

Origin: Cf. F. Impulsif.

(01 Mar 1998)

impulse control disorder, impulse control disorders, impulsion < Prev | Next > impulsive behaviour, impure, impure flutter

Bookmark with: icon icon icon icon iconword visualiser Go and visit our forums Community Forums