Recklessly

/ˈrɛkləsli/ adverb

Definition

In a way that shows no care for danger or consequences; acting without thinking about risks or harm.

Etymology

From 'reckless' (from Old English 'recceleas,' meaning careless), with the adverb suffix '-ly.' The word has meant 'not caring about consequences' since before 1000 CE.

Kelly Says

The prefix 'reck' in 'reckless' comes from an old English verb meaning 'to care' or 'to heed'—so 'reckless' literally means 'not heeding,' which is why it describes someone ignoring obvious dangers!

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