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Complete the sentence by selecting the most appropriate word:

Someone who acts on a sudden idea without thinking first might be described as ______.

  1. unscrupulous
  2. obstinate
  3. impetuous
  4. conceited

Solution

✅ Correct Option: 3

Option 1 -> unscrupulous means lacking moral principles or being dishonest, not related to impulsive behavior.

Option 2 -> obstinate means stubbornly refusing to change one's mind, which describes rigidity rather than impulsiveness.

Option 3 -> impetuous means acting quickly without thought or care, perfectly describing someone who acts on sudden ideas.

Option 4 -> conceited means excessively proud or vain, unrelated to acting without thinking.


Hence, Option 3: impetuous -> The word "impetuous" specifically describes hasty, impulsive behavior done without careful consideration, which directly matches acting on sudden ideas without thinking first -> correct

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