Impulse

Synonyms of impulse

• instinct
• inclination
• urge

Antonyms of impulse

• restraint
• control
• inhibition

Collocations of impulse

impulse control

Frequency: 70 %

He struggled with impulse control and often made rash decisions.

impulse buy

Frequency: 60 %

She couldn't resist the impulse buy at the checkout counter.

impulse decision

Frequency: 50 %

Making an impulse decision without thinking it through can lead to regrets.

impulse purchase

Frequency: 45 %

The impulse purchase of a new gadget left him with buyer's remorse.

impulse reaction

Frequency: 40 %

Her impulse reaction to the news was to burst into tears.

Idiomatic Expressions for impulse

• Phrase: Impulse control
  Meaning: The ability to resist acting on sudden urges or desires
  Usage: Children often struggle with impulse control, as they have not fully developed their self-regulation skills.