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- [ir-i-spon-suh-buh l]
- /ˌɪr ɪˈspɒn sə bəl/
- /ˌɪr.ɪˈspɒn.sɪ.bl̩/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ir-i-spon-suh-buh l]
- /ˌɪr ɪˈspɒn sə bəl/
Definitions of irresponsible word
- adjective irresponsible said, done, or characterized by a lack of a sense of responsibility: His refusal to work shows him to be completely irresponsible. 2
- adjective irresponsible not responsible, answerable, or accountable to higher authority: irresponsible as a monarch. 2
- noun irresponsible an irresponsible person. 1
- noun irresponsible (of a person, attitude, or action) not showing a proper sense of responsibility. 1
- adjective irresponsible person: not trustworthy 1
- adjective irresponsible action: careless 1
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Origin of irresponsible
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 Irresponsible
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irresponsible 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.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for irresponsible
adj irresponsible
- capricious — Someone who is capricious often changes their mind unexpectedly.
- immature — not mature, ripe, developed, perfected, etc.
- thoughtless — lacking in consideration for others; inconsiderate; tactless: a thoughtless remark.
- immoral — violating moral principles; not conforming to the patterns of conduct usually accepted or established as consistent with principles of personal and social ethics.
- carefree — A carefree person or period of time doesn't have or involve any problems, worries, or responsibilities.
adjective irresponsible
- reckless — utterly unconcerned about the consequences of some action; without caution; careless (usually followed by of): to be reckless of danger.
- negligent — guilty of or characterized by neglect, as of duty: negligent officials.
- foolish — resulting from or showing a lack of sense; ill-considered; unwise: a foolish action, a foolish speech.
- imprudent — not prudent; lacking discretion; incautious; rash.
Antonyms for irresponsible
adj irresponsible
- accountable — If you are accountable to someone for something that you do, you are responsible for it and must be prepared to justify your actions to that person.
- careful — If you are careful, you give serious attention to what you are doing, in order to avoid harm, damage, or mistakes. If you are careful to do something, you make sure that you do it.
- reliable — that may be relied on or trusted; dependable in achievement, accuracy, honesty, etc.: reliable information.
- trustworthy — deserving of trust or confidence; dependable; reliable: The treasurer was not entirely trustworthy.
- liable — legally responsible: You are liable for the damage caused by your action.
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