recklessly

[ rek-lis-lee ]

adverb

1. with no concern about the consequences of one's action; carelessly:

   He lived recklessly, without any regard for his own safety or the safety of others.

Word History and Origins

Origin of recklessly¹

reckless ( def ) + -ly

Example Sentences

You cannot play recklessly against the top players in the world.

From BBC

Alice recklessly goes to Louis' workplace and confronts him against Paul's warning to see him again.

From Salon

“Those who act recklessly and put others in danger will be held accountable.”

From Los Angeles Times

Cécile is deeply unnerved by this and recklessly maneuvers to split them apart, with more disastrous consequences than she could have foreseen.

From Los Angeles Times

Her father and brother sued the city and the officers involved in the shooting, alleging that they opened fire recklessly into the crowded store.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• carelessly
• foolishly