Definition

The condition of acting quickly or hastily without careful thought.

Example

His precipitantness in making decisions often led to mistakes.

Conversation

Have you noticed how his precipitantness affects our group's decisions?

Yeah, it often leads us to rush things without thinking them through.

Exactly! I think we need to be more mindful about that.

I agree; taking a step back could really help us make better choices.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Precipitantness is formed from "precipitant" (from Latin "praecipitans", meaning falling headlong or rushing) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the quality of being precipitant, or acting with haste or urgency.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'rushing' ('precipitant') and remember that 'precipitantness' describes the quality of acting with urgency.

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