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Foolhardy (Adjective)

Meaning

Marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences; "foolhardy enough to try to seize the gun from the hijacker"; "became the fiercest and most reckless of partisans"-Macaulay; "a reckless driver"; "a rash attempt to climb Mount Everest".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • He was foolhardy enough to think he could sail solo around the world in a small, poorly maintained boat.
  • Her foolhardy decision to skydive without proper training put her and others at risk.
  • It was foolhardy of them to ignore the severe weather warning and proceed with the outdoor wedding.
  • He became infamous for his foolhardy antics, constantly taking unnecessary risks and pushing his luck.
  • She proved foolhardy by walking alone through the dark forest, despite warnings of wild animal sightings.

Synonyms

  • Heady
  • Rash
  • Reckless

Related Words

  • Foolhardiness (noun)
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