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    Téméraire (en. Reckless)

    [te.me.ʁɛʁ]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Characterized by great boldness, reckless indicates a tendency to act without regard for danger.
    His reckless behavior surprised everyone during the expedition.
    Son comportement téméraire a surpris tout le monde lors de l'expédition.
    Refers to a person who takes irresponsible risks.
    He has always been reckless in sports, seeking the most extreme challenges.
    Il a toujours été téméraire en sport, cherchant les défis les plus extrêmes.
    Approach or attitude of someone who dares to challenge perilous situations.
    She made a reckless decision by investing all her savings.
    Elle a pris une décision téméraire en investissant toutes ses économies.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'temerarius', meaning 'imprudent' or 'risky'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a reckless act
    An act carried out without regard for the consequences.
    un acte téméraire
    to act recklessly
    To act in an imprudent and bold manner.
    agir de manière téméraire
    reckless and ungrateful
    To describe a person who is daring but does not earn acclaim.
    téméraire et ingrat

    Related Words

    sin
    An act that contradicts a moral code, often associated with reckless actions.
    péché
    brave
    One who shows courage, but with a positive notion compared to reckless.
    courageux
    risky
    Involving danger or precarious investment.
    risqué

    Slang Meanings

    To take risks
    Be careful, don't be too reckless with your choices!
    Fais attention, ne sois pas trop téméraire avec tes choix !
    To fear nothing
    He is so reckless that he jumps out of airplanes without hesitation.
    Il est téméraire au point de sauter en parachute sans hésiter.