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    Imprudente (en. Reckless)

    /ɛ̃.pʁu.dɑ̃t/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Relating to a person who takes thoughtless risks.
    His reckless behavior has led to numerous accidents.
    Son comportement imprudent lui a valu de nombreux accidents.
    Who does not pay attention to dangers.
    He made a reckless decision by investing without researching.
    Il a pris une décision imprudente en investissant sans se renseigner.
    Who acts without thinking of the consequences.
    This reckless statement sparked a lot of controversy.
    Cette imprudente déclaration a suscité beaucoup de controverse.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'imprudentem', derived from 'prudentem', meaning wise or cautious.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    reckless adventure
    a high-risk action taken without precautions.
    imprudente aventure
    make reckless decisions
    act thoughtlessly.
    prendre des décisions imprudentes
    show recklessness
    demonstrate a lack of caution.
    faire preuve d'imprudence

    Related Words

    prudent
    One who demonstrates wisdom and caution.
    prudent
    caution
    The quality of someone who takes precautions.
    prudence
    temerity
    Characterizes a reckless and audacious action.
    témérité

    Slang Meanings

    Go-getter
    He is a true go-getter, always reckless in his choices.
    Il est un vrai fonceur, toujours imprudent dans ses choix.
    Risky
    His business is really risky; he only thinks about having fun.
    Son entreprise est vraiment risky, il ne pense qu'à s'amuser.