RECKLESS


Meaning of RECKLESS in English

— recklessly , adv. — recklessness , n.

/rek"lis/ , adj.

1. utterly unconcerned about the consequences of some action; without caution; careless (usually fol. by of ): to be reckless of danger.

2. characterized by or proceeding from such carelessness: reckless extravagance.

[ bef. 900; ME rekles, OE recceleas careless (c. G ruchlos ); see RECK, -LESS ]

Syn. 1. rash, heedless, incautious, negligent, imprudent.

Ant. 1. careful.

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