reckless
Translation
reckless, careless, rash, heedless
Examples
He is a reckless driver.
He is a reckless driver.
It was a reckless decision to quit his job.
It was a reckless decision to quit his job.
Grammar Patterns
reckless ((noun)) a reckless ((noun)) He is a reckless driver.
it is reckless of ((sb.)) to do ((sth.)) it is reckless of (sb.) to do (sth.) It was reckless of him to quit his job.
Similar Words
Synonyms: careless, rash, heedless, impulsive; Antonyms: careful, cautious, prudent
Etymology
From Old English 'recceleas', from 'recean' (to reck, care for) + '-leas' (-less). So, 'careless'.
Memory Tips
Sounds like 'wreck-less'. A 'reckless' driver is likely to cause a wreck.