Irresponsible

Pronunciation: /ˌɪrəˈspɑːnsəbəl/

Irresponsible (adjective)

  1. Not thinking about the effects of your actions on others.
  2. Not showing a sense of duty or care for important tasks.

Examples

  • Driving fast in the rain is irresponsible.
  • Leaving the door unlocked was irresponsible.

Common collocations: irresponsible behavior, act irresponsibly, irresponsible attitude, irresponsible decision

Synonyms of Irresponsible

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Irresponsible

  • describing someone who takes accountability