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English adjective: reckless

1. reckless marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences


SamplesFoolhardy 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.


Synonymsfoolhardy, heady, rash


Similarbold


Antonymstimid

2. reckless characterized by careless unconcern


SamplesThe heedless generosity and the spasmodic extravagance of persons used to large fortunes.
Reckless squandering of public funds.


Synonymsheedless


Similarcareless


Antonymscareful









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