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reckless
[ rek-lis ]
adjective
- utterly unconcerned about the consequences of some action; without caution; careless (usually followed by of ):
to be reckless of danger.
Synonyms: , , , ,
Antonyms:
- characterized by or proceeding from such carelessness:
reckless extravagance.
reckless
/ ˈɛɪ /
adjective
- having or showing no regard for danger or consequences; heedless; rash
a reckless attempt
a reckless driver
Derived Forms
- ˈԱ, noun
- ˈ, adverb
Other Word Forms
- ·· adverb
- ··Ա noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of reckless1
Example Sentences
Across the board on every other issue, from tariffs to the assault on DEI to the reckless cutting of government agencies and odious foreign policy, a majority rejects his actions.
In other words, they must show that the defendants knowingly published false information or acted with reckless disregard as to the accuracy of a claim.
A 16-year-old boy was also arrested and charged over the reset of a stolen vehicle and culpable and reckless behaviour.
Under the previous government, Conservative MP Sir Iain Duncan Smith campaigned to amend another bill - the Criminal Justice Bill - to hold cyclists accountable for reckless behaviour.
"While we celebrate this success, we recognise that our progress is threatened by the reckless tariff policies of the current federal administration," he said.
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