heedless

heed·less

adj \-ləs\

Definition of HEEDLESS

: not taking heed : inconsiderate, thoughtless <heedless follies of unbridled youth — John DeBruyn>

— heed·less·ly adverb

— heed·less·ness noun

Examples of HEEDLESS

1. They remain heedless of their own safety.
2. the heedless use of natural resources

First Known Use of HEEDLESS

1565

Related to HEEDLESS

Synonyms: careless, incautious, mindless, unguarded, unsafe, unwary

Antonyms: alert, cautious, circumspect, gingerly, guarded, heedful, safe, wary

Related Words: bold, impetuous, rash, reckless; inattentive, regardless; blithe, inconsiderate, thoughtless; absentminded, forgetful, unmindful; lax, neglectful, negligent, remiss, slipshod; imprudent, indiscreet, injudicious; inadvertent, unintentional, unplanned

Near Antonyms: attentive, chary, observant, vigilant, watchful; foresighted, forethoughtful, provident; calculating, scheming, shrewd; considerate, thoughtful; ultracareful, ultracautious

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Rhymes with HEEDLESS

deedless, needless, seedless