Irresponsible

Meaning

lacking a sense of responsibility; careless

not showing proper sense of responsibility

Example Sentences

It was irresponsible of him to leave without telling anyone.

It was irresponsible of him to leave the children alone.

Synonyms

reckless, careless, thoughtless, negligent

Entry 1

reckless, careless, thoughtless, negligent

Entry 2

careless, reckless, negligent, thoughtless

Antonyms

responsible, careful, thoughtful, reliable

Entry 1

responsible, careful, thoughtful, reliable

Entry 2

responsible, reliable, careful

Collocations

irresponsible behavior, irresponsible person, act irresponsibly, act irresponsible, irresponsible attitude

Entry 1

irresponsible behavior, irresponsible person, act irresponsibly

Entry 2

irresponsible behavior, act irresponsible, irresponsible attitude