IMPULSIVE
Im*pul"sive, a. Etym: [Cf. F. impulsif.]
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. (Mech.)
Defn: Acting momentarily, or by impulse; not continuous; — said of forces.
IMPULSIVE
Im*pul"sive, n.
Defn: That which impels or gives an impulse; an impelling agent. Sir
W. Wotton.
IMPULSIVELY
Im*pul"sive*ly, adv.
Defn: In an impulsive manner.
IMPULSIVENESS
Im*pul"sive*ness, n.