# irresponsibly

**Pronunciation:** /ˌɪr.ɪˈspɒn.sə.bli/ · ih-ris-PON-suh-blee

**CEFR level:** B2

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a way that shows a lack of responsibility or care for the consequences of one's actions.

## Examples

- He spent money irresponsibly, leaving himself with no savings.
- The company was accused of irresponsibly polluting the river.
- She acted irresponsibly by leaving her young child unattended.

## Synonyms

- carelessly — Lacking attention or thought for potential harm.
- recklessly — Acting with extreme carelessness and disregard for danger.
- unthinkingly — Without considering the consequences or others' feelings.
- irresponsibly — Specifically lacking a sense of duty or accountability for one's actions.

## Antonyms

- responsibly — Acting with care and accountability for one's actions and their consequences.
- carefully — With close attention and caution.
- prudently — Acting with wisdom and foresight, especially regarding practical matters.

## Common patterns

- irresponsibly with — To handle or use something without proper care or consideration for its value or impact. — He irresponsibly dealt with the company's finances.
- irresponsibly towards — Showing a lack of care or duty in relation to someone or something. — The politician acted irresponsibly towards his constituents.

## Collocations

- act irresponsibly — He was fired for acting irresponsibly at work.
- spend irresponsibly — She irresponsibly spent her entire paycheck on clothes.
- manage irresponsibly — The government was criticized for managing the economy irresponsibly.

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