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Synonyms & Similar Words
careless
thoughtless
impulsive
rash
foolhardy
headstrong
impetuous
wild
uncontrolled
uninhibited
unbridled
unrestrained
wanton
profligate
improvident
irresponsible
negligent
lax
remiss
heedless
incautious
inconsiderate
imprudent
unwise
ill-advised
ill-considered
hasty
precipitate
brash
bold
daring
adventurous
audacious
temerarious
daredevil
reckless
madcap
harebrained
scatterbrained
frivolous
irresponsible
feckless
shiftless
lackadaisical
apathetic
cavalier
offhand
casual
nonchalant
blithe
jaunty
Meaning of Reckless
Having or showing no care for the consequences of one's actions
Definitions
- (of a person or their actions) utterly disregarding the standards, conventions, or dangers of a situation
- (of a feeling or attitude) intense and uncontrolled
Example Uses
- The driver was reckless and sped through the red light, causing an accident.
- She was reckless with her spending and ended up in debt.
- The company's reckless disregard for safety regulations led to a major disaster.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
cautious
careful
prudent
wise
thoughtful
considerate
responsible
diligent
meticulous
scrupulous
conscientious
attentive
vigilant
watchful
mindful
guarded
restrained
moderate
tempered
sober
discreet
judicious
rational
sensible
reasonable
deliberate
measured
calculated
considered
reflective
circumspect
wary
chary
hesitant
tentative
unsure
uncertain
ambivalent
equivocal
indecisive