A sudden strong urge or desire to act, often without careful thought; an abrupt inclination or tendency. Impulses typically arise spontaneously and demand immediate action.
From Latin 'impulsus,' meaning 'pushed against' or 'struck,' from 'impellere' (to push or drive forward). The physical sense of being pushed evolved into the psychological sense of being driven by sudden urges or motivations.
Think 'IM-PULSE' like your inner pulse suddenly speeding up and demanding action! An impulse is like an emotional emergency broadcast that interrupts your regular programming and demands immediate response.
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