reckless
Translation
reckless, careless, rash
Examples
He is a reckless driver.
He is a reckless driver.
It was reckless to spend all your money.
It was reckless to spend all your money.
Grammar Patterns
reckless ((noun)) showing a lack of care about danger. He is a reckless driver.
it is reckless ((of sb.)) ((to-inf)) showing a lack of care about danger. It was reckless of you to lend him your car.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rash, careless, heedless; Antonyms: careful, cautious, prudent
Etymology
From Old English 'recceleas', from 'rece-' (care, heed) + '-leas' (-less, without). Literally 'careless'.
Memory Tips
Someone who is 'reckless' is likely to cause a car 'wreck'. The words sound similar.