Headfirst

/ˈhɛdˌfɜrst/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

with the head in front or leading; diving or moving in a forward direction with the head leading.

She jumped headfirst into the pool, excited to cool off on a hot day.

in a hasty or reckless manner.

He dived headfirst into the project without considering the potential risks.

in a way that shows impulsiveness or lack of preparation.

They went headfirst into the business without having a solid plan.

The term combines 'head' and 'first', indicating the head leading in movement.

headfirst dive

A dive in which the diver enters the water headfirst.

go in headfirst

To engage in an activity with enthusiasm and without hesitation.

headlong

Moving forward rapidly or without hesitation.

dive

To plunge into water.

To take a risk without thinking.

He went headfirst into a new business venture.

To act impulsively.

She fell headfirst for him.