Breakneck

/ˈbreɪk.nɛk/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Extremely fast or rapid, often dangerously so.

The car raced down the highway at breakneck speed, weaving in and out of traffic.

Exceedingly reckless or dangerous due to high speed.

The breakneck pace of the project left the team exhausted and stressed.

Implying a risk or danger due to excessive speed.

She took the mountain trail at breakneck speed, thrilling at the adrenaline rush.

Originating from combining 'break' and 'neck', suggesting a danger of breaking one's neck from speed.

breakneck speed

A pace that is dangerously fast.

breakneck pace

An extreme tempo that can lead to hazards.

reckless

Proceeding without thinking of the consequences.

fast

Moving or capable of moving at high speed.

Moving very quickly, often in a reckless manner.

He took off on his bike like a breakneck bat out of hell.

Doing something at a rapid pace, sometimes without caution.

They pulled off the breakneck scheme without considering the risks.