— 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.