English adjective: reckless | |||
1. | reckless marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences | ||
Samples | Foolhardy enough to try to seize the gun from the hijacker. Became the fiercest and most reckless of partisans. A reckless driver. A rash attempt to climb Mount Everest. | ||
Synonyms | foolhardy, heady, rash | ||
Similar | bold | ||
Antonyms | timid | ||
2. | reckless characterized by careless unconcern | ||
Samples | The heedless generosity and the spasmodic extravagance of persons used to large fortunes. Reckless squandering of public funds. | ||
Synonyms | heedless | ||
Similar | careless | ||
Antonyms | careful | ||