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Reckless

adjective
/ˈrek.ləs/

Meaning

acting without thinking about consequences; careless; dangerous;
Acting without thinking or caring about the consequences.

Example Sentences

His reckless driving caused a serious accident.

His reckless driving caused a serious accident.

Example Expressions

reckless abandon

Synonyms

careless, rash, irresponsible, imprudent, thoughtless, impulsive
Entry 1
careless, rash, irresponsible, imprudent
Entry 2
careless, rash, irresponsible, thoughtless, impulsive

Antonyms

careful, cautious, prudent, responsible
Entry 1
careful, cautious, prudent, responsible
Entry 2
cautious, careful, prudent

Collocations

reckless driving, reckless behavior, reckless abandon, reckless spending, act recklessly
Entry 1
reckless driving, reckless behavior, reckless abandon, reckless spending
Entry 2
reckless behavior, reckless driving, act recklessly, reckless abandon

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