reckless abandon

[ rek-lis uh-ban-duhn ]

noun

1. unrestrained surrender to impulse or passion, without regard for convention, appearances, good sense, or risk:

   He played with reckless abandon, his enthusiasm for the game flowing from his every pore.

   With this data deal you'll be able to stream movies and music with reckless abandon.

Confusables Note

See reckless abandonment ( def ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of reckless abandon¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

With “Anora” that feeling remains, but the movie pushes further to become a rich blend of emotions and tones, veering with reckless abandon from raucous comedy to startlingly vivid compassion and, ultimately, understanding.

From Los Angeles Times

I'd eat every single item with reckless abandon.

From Salon

"SNP spending is out of control as John Swinney and his colleagues squander taxpayers' money with reckless abandon. The nationalists are only bailed out of the budget black hole they have created by the economic strength of the UK."

From BBC

These days, they’re practically inescapable in the replies to many users’ posts and are firing off direct messages with reckless abandon.

From Slate

Her voice is cheerful, a soothing contrast to the misery on display in the 50-block neighborhood that’s well-known for its crime, squalor and reckless abandon.

From Seattle Times