Irresponsibility

/ˌɪrɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪlɪti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the quality of being irresponsible; lack of accountability or responsibility.

His irresponsibility at work led to missed deadlines and unhappy clients.

an act or behavior that demonstrates a lack of responsibility.

Her decision to skip the meeting was a clear act of irresponsibility.

failure to fulfil obligations that results in negative consequences.

The teacher addressed the students' irresponsibility regarding their homework.

the state or condition of not being accountable for one's actions.

Irresponsibility can lead to serious repercussions in both personal and professional life.

Derived from the prefix 'ir-' meaning 'not' and 'responsibility' from Latin 'responsabilis'.

act irresponsibly

To behave in a way that lacks responsibility.

irresponsible behavior

Conduct that shows a lack of responsibility.

party like there's no tomorrow

To engage in reckless and irresponsible fun.

responsibility

The state of being accountable or to blame for something.

accountability

The quality of being accountable or answerable.

reliability

The quality of being dependable or trustworthy.

YOLO (You Only Live Once)

He spent all his savings on a trip because YOLO!

Living for the moment

She quit her job to travel because she believes in living for the moment.