Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-the-heat-of-the-moment
idiom
/ɪn ðə hiːt əv ðə ˈmoʊmənt/
Definition
A phrase that describes a spontaneous decision or action taken without reflection, often driven by strong emotions.
Examples
- He apologized for what he said; it was made in the heat of the moment.
- She did not mean to throw the birthday cake, but it happened in the heat of the moment during the argument.
- Many decisions made in the heat of the moment can lead to regret later on.
Meaning
This expression is used to convey that something was done impulsively during a time of heightened emotions, typically without considering the consequences.
Synonyms
- spur of the moment
- in the spur of the moment
- impulsively
- on the spur of the moment