recklessness
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈrɛkləsnəs/
Definition
The quality of being careless, rash, and unconcerned about the danger or consequences of one's actions.
Examples
His recklessness on the road led to a serious accident.
The company was accused of corporate recklessness in its environmental policies.
She regretted her recklessness in trusting him with her savings.
How to Use recklessness
- recklessness of (prepositional phrase)
- Indicating the object or context of the recklessness. — "The recklessness of his decision had severe consequences."
- recklessness in (prepositional phrase)
- Specifying the area or activity where recklessness is shown. — "Her recklessness in financial matters led to bankruptcy."
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