Meaning of Reckless
In simple words: Acting without thinking about the consequences, often leading to danger.
Reckless in a sentence
How to use Reckless
Grammar pattern
attributive or predicative adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'wreck' in 'reckless' - it leads to a wreck or disaster.
Related words
Collocations with Reckless
- reckless behavior
- reckless abandon
- reckless driving
- reckless decision
- reckless spending
Synonyms for Reckless
- careless
- hazardous
- foolhardy
- irresponsible
- imprudent
Common mistakes with Reckless
- Confusing with 'careless' - 'reckless' suggests danger while 'careless' may not.
- Using 'reckless' without a noun - remember to describe something (e.g., reckless behavior).
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Reckless in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
متهور
التصرف بدون التفكير في العواقب، مما يؤدي غالبًا إلى الخطر.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বেপরোয়া
ফলাফল চিন্তা না করে কাজ করা, যা প্রায়শই বিপদের দিকে নিয়ে যায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Leichtsinnig, rücksichtslos
Ohne über die Konsequenzen nachzudenken handeln, was oft zu Gefahr führt.
- SpanishEspañol
Imprudente
Actuar sin pensar en las consecuencias, a menudo llevando al peligro.
- Persianفارسی
بیاحتیاط، بیملاحظه
کاری رو کردن بدون اینکه به عواقبش فکر کنی، که معمولاً خطرناکه.
- FrenchFrançais
Téméraire, imprudent
Agir sans penser aux conséquences, ce qui mène souvent au danger.
- Hindiहिन्दी
लापरवाह
परिणामों के बारे में सोचे बिना काम करना, जिससे अक्सर खतरा होता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Spericolato, avventato, incosciente
Agire senza pensare alle conseguenze, portando spesso al pericolo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Imprudente, Temerário
Agir sem pensar nas consequências, muitas vezes levando ao perigo.
- RussianРусский
Безрассудный, неосторожный
Действующий бездумно, часто приводящий к опасности.
- Urduاردو
لاپرواہ، بے فکری
نتائج کے بارے میں سوچے بغیر کام کرنا، جو اکثر خطرناک ہوتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
鲁莽
不考虑后果的行为,常常导致危险。
More words like Reckless
- Careless
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- CorpseB1
The dead body of a human or animal.
- TypicalA2
Representing the usual characteristics of a particular group or situation.
- VaporB1
A gaseous state of a substance that is typically liquid at room temperature.
- TraditionA2
A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.
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Frequently asked questions about Reckless
What does Reckless mean?
Acting without thinking about the consequences, often leading to danger.
What is the definition of Reckless?
Acting without thinking or caring about the consequences; dangerous.
How do you use Reckless in a sentence?
His reckless driving put everyone on the road at risk.
Can you give another example of Reckless?
She made a reckless decision that jeopardized her future.
What are synonyms for Reckless?
Common alternatives include careless, hazardous, foolhardy, irresponsible, imprudent.
What is the opposite of Reckless?
Opposite meanings include careful, cautious, prudent.
What words go with Reckless?
It commonly pairs with reckless behavior, reckless abandon, reckless driving, reckless decision, reckless spending.
What are common mistakes when using Reckless?
Confusing with 'careless' - 'reckless' suggests danger while 'careless' may not. Using 'reckless' without a noun - remember to describe something (e.g., reckless behavior).
How do you pronounce Reckless?
US: //ˈrɛkləs//, UK: //ˈrɛkləs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Reckless?
Use 'reckless' to describe actions that are careless. More appropriate in serious contexts, like driving. Less common in casual speech.
What CEFR level is Reckless?
"Reckless" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.

