impulsive character
[ɪmˈpʌlsɪv ˈkærəktər]
noun phrasepl: impulsive characters
caráter impulsivo
1. a personality trait characterized by acting without careful thought or planning; tendency to make quick decisions based on immediate feelings or desires rather than reason
His impulsive character often gets him into trouble because he doesn't think before he acts.
Seu caráter impulsivo frequentemente o mete em problemas porque ele não pensa antes de agir.
2. the behavioral pattern of responding spontaneously to stimuli without deliberation or forethought
Her impulsive character made her a risk-taker in business ventures.
Seu caráter impulsivo a fazia uma tomadora de riscos em empreendimentos comerciais.
In Brazilian culture, impulsive character is often viewed with mixed perception—valued for spontaneity and creativity in social contexts, but criticized in professional and academic settings. In American culture, particularly in business contexts, impulsive character is generally seen as a negative trait requiring management or correction. The term is frequently discussed in psychology, personality assessment, and self-help literature in both cultures.
NYC Slang
hothead; shoot-from-the-hip type
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