Synonyms of reckless
14 similar words · 6 opposite words
Another word for reckless is devil-may-care. Other synonyms of reckless are rash, precipitate, precipitant, quick-and-dirty and headstrong. The opposite of reckless is cautious.
Synonyms and similar words for reckless
adjectiveMore synonyms
- daring
- devil-may-careCarefree, reckless, irresponsible.
- headstrongDetermined to do as one pleases, and not as others want.
- heedlessUnaware; without noticing; careless; inattentive.
- impetuous
- imprudentNot prudent; lacking prudence or discretion; indiscreet; injudicious; not paying attention to the consequences of one's...
- impulsive
- precipitantInclined to make rapid decisions without due consideration; hasty, impulsive, rash.
- precipitateWith a hasty impulse; hurried; headstrong.
- precipitous
- quick-and-dirtyDone or constructed in a hasty, approximate, temporarily adequate manner, but not exact, fully formed, or reliable for...
- rashActing too quickly without considering the consequences and risks; not careful; hasty.
- sudden
- temeritousHaving temerity; displaying disdain or contempt for danger.
Opposite of reckless
Meaning of reckless
- adjective Careless or heedless; headstrong or rash.
- adjective Indifferent or oblivious to danger or the consequences thereof.
reckless in other languages
Questions about synonyms of reckless
- What is another word for reckless?
- Reckless has 14 synonyms on Word.ws, such as devil-may-care, rash, precipitate, precipitant, quick-and-dirty, headstrong, imprudent and heedless.
- What is the opposite of reckless?
- The opposite of reckless is cautious.
- What does reckless mean?
- Reckless means careless or heedless; headstrong or rash.
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