Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hip-shooter
Noun
/ˈhɪpˌʃuːtər/
Definition
A person who makes quick decisions, often impulsively, without careful consideration of the consequences.
Examples
- His hip-shooter attitude got him into trouble during the meeting when he made bold claims without supporting evidence.
- As a hip-shooter, she often blurted out ideas that were creative but sometimes unrealistic.
Meaning
The term ‘hip-shooter’ implies someone who acts or speaks spontaneously, often in a confident but possibly reckless manner.
Synonyms
- Impulsive person
- Instinctive decision-maker
- Reckless individual
