hastiness

noun

Meaning

The quality of acting or deciding too quickly without proper thought or care.

Examples

The hastiness of the decision led to several avoidable errors in the final report.
She later regretted the hastiness with which she had judged her colleague's intentions.

Synonyms: speed, hurry, impulsiveness, precipitancy

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hastiness

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈheɪstɪnəs/

Definition

The quality of acting or deciding too quickly without proper thought or care.

Examples

The hastiness of the decision led to several avoidable errors in the final report.
She later regretted the hastiness with which she had judged her colleague's intentions.
His characteristic hastiness often caused him to overlook important details in his work.

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