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    Précipitent (en. Precipitate)

    /pʁe.si.pi.tɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Causing hastiness or a rapid fall.
    The rains hasten soil erosion.
    Les pluies précipitent l'érosion des sols.
    Acting quickly and impulsively.
    Hasty decisions can lead to mistakes.
    Les décisions précipitées peuvent entraîner des erreurs.
    Related to something that happens suddenly.
    Rapid changes in the climate worry scientists.
    Les changements précipitants dans le climat inquiètent les scientifiques.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'praecipitans', derived from 'praecipitare', which means 'to make fall' or 'to throw down'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to act hastily
    To act without thinking, in a hasty manner.
    agir précipitamment
    to fall sharply
    To arrive at the right moment, often unexpectedly.
    tomber à pic
    to throw oneself into the battle
    To engage quickly in a situation without preparation.
    se jeter dans la bataille

    Related Words

    precipitation
    The act of falling or rushing.
    précipitation
    haste
    A state of mind that drives quick action.
    hâte
    speed
    Characteristic of what happens or is done quickly.
    rapidité

    Slang Meanings

    To act without thinking.
    He made a hasty decision and regretted it afterward.
    Il a pris une décision précipitante et a regretté après.
    To rush into a situation.
    Stop rushing, take the time to think well.
    Arrête de te précipiter, prends le temps de bien réfléchir.