Synonyms for

Recklessly

Verb / ˈreklʌsli: / Another word for recklessly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

acting without thinking about the consequences

Synonyms & similar words

carelessly haphazardly thoughtlessly wildly impulsively rashly heedlessly irresponsibly foolishly incautiously unwisely brashly boldly unthinkingly unmindfully unconcernedly indiscreetly precipitately headlong madly

Example sentences

  1. She drove recklessly through the red light.
  2. He acted recklessly and put himself in danger.
  3. The child played recklessly and fell off the swing.
  4. The company invested recklessly and lost all their money.
  5. The teenager acted recklessly and got in trouble with the law.

Quotes

  • 'I have a huge ego and a huge sense of responsibility. I'm recklessly loyal and I'm fiercely protective.' - Vin Diesel
  • 'I've been reckless, but I'm not a rebel without a cause.' - Angelina Jolie
  • 'I'm a little reckless and rebellious. I'm not a goody-two-shoes.' - Zendaya

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