Overhasty

usgb/ˌəʊvərˈheɪsti/
adjective

Doing something too quickly, without thinking or being careful.

His overhasty decision to quit the job cost him dearly later.
Visual representation of "overhasty" - Doing something too quickly, without thinking or being careful

Often appears as...

  • overhasty decision
  • overhasty action
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Caution Advised

Use 'overhasty' to suggest that someone should slow down and reconsider their actions.

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Perhaps you are being overhasty in selling your house without a proper plan.
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Negative Outcome

'Overhasty' often implies that the quick action will lead to negative results.

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Her overhasty decision led to a failed project.
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Emotional Impulse

It can imply that emotions overruled logical thinking, leading to a speedy but unwise action.

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Don't let your excitement result in an overhasty agreement.
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