recklessness
Translation
carelessness, rashness, imprudence
Examples
His recklessness caused the accident.
His recklessness caused the accident.
She showed a recklessness with her finances.
She showed a recklessness with her finances.
Grammar Patterns
the recklessness of ((sb./sth.)) the recklessness of (sb./sth.) The recklessness of the driver was shocking.
Similar Words
Synonyms: carelessness, rashness, imprudence; Antonyms: carefulness, caution
Etymology
From the adjective 'reckless' + the noun-forming suffix '-ness', which indicates a state or quality.
Memory Tips
The '-ness' on the end turns the adjective 'reckless' (describing something) into a noun (the state of being reckless).