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What is another word for Recklessness? – 138 Recklessness Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    carelessness rashness impetuosity impulsiveness thoughtlessness heedlessness imprudence foolishness wildness madness temerity audacity daring boldness bravado foolhardiness adventurousness daredevilry devil-may-care impetuousness precipitateness haste hurry headlessness mindlessness inconsiderateness incautiousness indiscretion unthinkingness unwisdom irrationality unreasonableness frivolity levity irresponsibility wantonness profligacy licentiousness abandon unrestraint uncontrolledness

    Meaning of Recklessness

    The primary meaning of the word "Recklessness" refers to a lack of thought or consideration for the consequences of one's actions.

    Definitions

    • The quality of being utterly reckless and unconcerned about the consequences of one's actions
    • A disposition to act without thinking or considering the potential outcomes
    • A lack of caution or prudence, often resulting in reckless and irresponsible behavior

    Etymology of Recklessness

    The word "Recklessness" originates from the Old English word "recan", meaning to care or consider, and the suffix "-less", indicating a lack or absence
    The term has been used since the 14th century to describe a lack of thought or consideration for one's actions
    Over time, the meaning of the word has evolved to encompass a range of connotations, including a sense of boldness, daring, and impulsiveness

    Example Uses

    • The driver's recklessness on the highway put the lives of other motorists at risk
    • The company's recklessness in handling customer data led to a major scandal
    • The hiker's recklessness in navigating the treacherous terrain resulted in a serious injury

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    caution prudence carefulness thoughtfulness consideration deliberateness circumspection wariness guardedness restraint moderation temperance discretion judiciousness sensibleness rationality reasonableness wisdom foresight vigilance attentiveness mindfulness

    Related Nouns

    danger risk hazard peril threat vulnerability susceptibility exposure liability instability unpredictability uncertainty insecurity precariousness instability volatility turbulence chaos anarchy disorder lawlessness chaos

    Related Verbs

    act behave conduct operate function perform proceed advance progress move rush hasten hurry speed dash dart plunge leap jump bound career charge storm rampage

    Related Adjectives

    rash impetuous impulsive thoughtless heedless imprudent foolish wild mad temerarious audacious daring bold brave adventurous daredevil devil-may-care impetuous precipitate hasty headless mindless inconsiderate incautious indiscreet unthinking unwise irrational unreasonable