26984 words

irresponsible

2 definitions • 2 examples
1
not thinking enough or not worrying about the possible results of what you do:

Examples:

[ + to infinitive ] It would be irresponsible to ignore these warnings.
2
not thinking carefully enough or not caring about what might result from actions taken:

Examples:

[ + to infinitive ] It would have been irresponsible to let Claire drive home when she was so tired.

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