recklessness

Definitions

Lack of caution or concern for the consequences of one's actions.

The state or quality of being heedless of danger or risk.

Examples

His sheer recklessness behind the wheel put everyone on the road in danger.

The financial crisis was largely attributed to the recklessness of major banking institutions.

She was fired from her job due to her continued recklessness regarding safety protocols.

Synonyms

rashness audacity imprudence impulsiveness heedlessness temerity daring

Antonyms

caution prudence carefulness deliberation circumspection thoughtfulness discretion