軽率

けいそつ
Alternative writings: 軽卒
JLPT:N1
Frequency:
1

Being rash or thoughtless; acting hastily without sufficient consideration; lacking caution.

Na-AdjectiveNoun

Examples

軽率な言動が原因で信用を失ってしまった。

He lost trust because of his rash words and actions.

結論を出す前に、軽率にならないようよく検討してください。

Before drawing a conclusion, please consider carefully so as not to be hasty.

軽率さと無謀さは似ているが、無謀はさらに危険を伴う。

Carelessness and recklessness are similar, but recklessness involves even greater danger.

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