noun

recklessness

noun

The quality of acting without regard for danger or consequences.

"His recklessness behind the wheel eventually cost him his license."

How to Use Recklessness

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe habit or state of being reckless.

Common pairings

sheer recklessness reckless of the consequences

recklessnesses plural

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His _____ behind the wheel eventually cost him his license.

From "reckless" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ness."

lawlessness selflessness carelessness homelessness restlessness helplessness hopelessness ruthlessness weightlessness