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- [ir-i-spon-suh-buh l]
- /ˌɪr ɪˈspɒn sə bəl/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ir-i-spon-suh-buh l]
- /ˌɪr ɪˈspɒn sə bəl/
Definitions of irresponsibilities word
- adjective irresponsibilities said, done, or characterized by a lack of a sense of responsibility: His refusal to work shows him to be completely irresponsible. 1
- adjective irresponsibilities not capable of or qualified for responsibility, as due to age, circumstances, or a mental deficiency. 1
- adjective irresponsibilities not responsible, answerable, or accountable to higher authority: irresponsible as a monarch. 1
- noun irresponsibilities an irresponsible person. 1
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Origin of irresponsibilities
First appearance:
before 1640 One of the 44% oldest English words
First recorded in 1640-50; ir-2 + responsible
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Parts of speech for Irresponsibilities
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irresponsibilities popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 66% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
irresponsibilities usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for irresponsibilities
noun irresponsibilities
- irrationality — the quality or condition of being irrational.
- silliness — weak-minded or lacking good sense; stupid or foolish: a silly writer.
- craziness — mentally deranged; demented; insane.
- lunacy — insanity; mental disorder.
- bunk — A bunk is a bed that is fixed to a wall, especially in a ship or caravan.
Antonyms for irresponsibilities
noun irresponsibilities
- wisdom — the quality or state of being wise; knowledge of what is true or right coupled with just judgment as to action; sagacity, discernment, or insight.
- circumspection — Circumspection is cautious behaviour and a refusal to take risks.
- thoughtfulness — showing consideration for others; considerate.
- sense — any of the faculties, as sight, hearing, smell, taste, or touch, by which humans and animals perceive stimuli originating from outside or inside the body: My sense of smell tells me that dinner is ready.
- judgment — an act or instance of judging.
adjective irresponsibilities
- responsibilities — the state or fact of being responsible, answerable, or accountable for something within one's power, control, or management.
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