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reckless
adjective reck·less \ˈre-kləs\
: not showing proper concern about the possible bad results of your actions
Full Definition of RECKLESS
1
: marked by lack of proper caution : careless of consequences
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First Known Use of RECKLESS
before 12th century
Related to RECKLESS
- Synonyms
- daredevil, devil-may-care, foolhardy, harum-scarum, hell-for-leather, irresponsible, kamikaze
- Antonyms
- responsible
Synonym Discussion of RECKLESS
adventurous, venturesome, daring, daredevil, rash, reckless, foolhardy mean exposing oneself to danger more than required by good sense. adventurous implies a willingness to accept risks but not necessarily imprudence <adventurous pioneers>. venturesome implies eagerness for perilous undertakings <venturesome stunt pilots>. daring implies fearlessness in courting danger <daring mountain climbers>. daredevil stresses ostentation in daring <daredevil motorcyclists>. rash suggests imprudence and lack of forethought <a rash decision>. reckless implies heedlessness of probable consequences <a reckless driver>. foolhardy suggests a lack of good sense <the foolhardy sailor ventured into the storm>.
RECKLESSNESS Defined for Kids
reckless
adjective reck·less \ˈre-kləs\
Definition of RECKLESS for Kids
: showing lack of caution : engaging in wild careless behavior
— reck·less·ly adverb
— reck·less·ness noun
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