reckless

adjective
UK: /ˈrekləs/
US: /ˈrekləs/

  1. Not caring or worrying about the possible bad or dangerous results of your actions.

    1. He was reckless and drove too fast on the highway.
    2. The reckless actions of the company led to environmental damage and public outcry.

  2. Showing a lack of care about danger and the possible results of your actions; rash.

    1. It was reckless to leave her alone.
    2. Investing in such a volatile market without research is a reckless gamble.

Synonyms

foolhardy careless thoughtless imprudent rash
reckless adverb

  1. In a way that shows a lack of care about danger and the likely results of your actions.

    1. He spent money recklessly.
    2. The driver acted recklessly, endangering everyone on the road with their speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "reckless" in English means: Not caring or worrying about the possible bad or dangerous results of your actions., Showing a lack of care about danger and the possible results of your actions; rash..

The phonetic transcription of "reckless" is /ˈrekləs/ in British English and /ˈrekləs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "reckless": foolhardy, careless, thoughtless, imprudent, rash.

Example usage of "reckless": "He was reckless and drove too fast on the highway.". More examples on the page.