rash

Definitions

An area of red, itchy spots on the skin caused by illness or an allergic reaction.

Acting or done without careful consideration of the possible consequences; impetuous.

Examples

He regretted his rash decision to quit his job without having another one lined up.

The child developed a red, itchy rash after playing in the tall grass.

It was a rash move to invest all of his savings into a single volatile stock.

Synonyms

impulsive reckless hasty imprudent careless audacious precipitate

Antonyms

cautious prudent careful deliberate thoughtful circumspect measured