Definition

The quality of acting quickly and without careful thought; a tendency to make hasty decisions or actions.

Example

His precipitance in making decisions often led to mistakes.

Conversation

I think sometimes we act with too much precipitance when making decisions.

Yeah, I totally agree; rushing can lead to mistakes.

Exactly! Taking a moment to think things through helps a lot.

For sure, a little patience goes a long way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Precipitance** → It is formed from "praecipitare" (meaning to throw or fall headlong) and the suffix "-ance" (indicating a state or quality). The word "precipitance" refers to the quality or state of falling or being thrown down steeply or suddenly.

Memory Tip

Think of the idea of something being thrown down quickly ('praecipitare') — that helps you remember that 'precipitance' refers to the state of falling or descending steeply.

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