Impetuosity
Origin
From Middle French impétuosité, from Old French
Full definition of impetuosity
Noun
impetuosity
(usually uncountable; plural impetuosities)- The quality of making rash or arbitrary decisions, especially in an impulsive or forceful manner.
- Fielding Tom Jones|IV|xiiiShe 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.
- The condition or quality of being impetuous; fury; violence.
- Vehemence; furiousness of temper.