Impulsive Behavior

2 words in this vocabulary list

adjective showing a lack of good sense or judgment; foolish

  • His foolheaded decision to invest all his savings in a risky venture ultimately led to financial ruin.
  • I can't believe you made such a foolheaded mistake by leaving your keys in the car.
  • Stop being so foolheaded and listen to reason for once.
  • Her foolheaded determination to prove everyone wrong drove her to achieve great success.

adjective not properly prepared or thought out; impulsive or rash

adverb in a hasty or impulsive manner

  • The soldier was reprimanded for going into battle with his weapon half cocked.
  • Don't go into that meeting half cocked, make sure you're fully prepared.
  • He always shows up to parties half cocked, never fully sober.
  • She went into the job interview half cocked, not fully understanding the position's requirements.