Heedless — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈhēd-ləs/ heed·less

Meaning & Definition of Heedless

Heedless (adjective)

  1. not taking heed, inconsiderate, thoughtless

Heedless (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. not paying or showing close attention especially for the purpose of avoiding trouble

    "heedless drivers who back out of parking spaces without looking"

    similar: careless, incautious, mindless, unguarded, unsafe, unwary
    related: bold, impetuous, rash, reckless, inattentive, regardless, blithe, inconsiderate, thoughtless, absentminded, forgetful, unmindful, lax, neglectful, negligent, remiss, slipshod, imprudent, indiscreet, injudicious, inadvertent, unintentional, unplanned
    opposite: alert, cautious, circumspect, gingerly, guarded, heedful, safe, wary
    near: attentive, chary, observant, vigilant, watchful, foresighted, forethoughtful, provident, calculating, scheming, shrewd, considerate, thoughtful, ultracareful, ultracautious

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Heedless

The most common words with a similar meaning to Heedless:

careless, incautious, mindless, unguarded, unsafe, unwary

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Heedless

Words with the opposite meaning of Heedless:

alert, cautious, circumspect, gingerly, guarded, heedful, safe, wary

Related Words for Heedless

bold, impetuous, rash, reckless, inattentive, regardless, blithe, inconsiderate, thoughtless, absentminded, forgetful, unmindful, lax, neglectful, negligent, remiss, slipshod, imprudent, indiscreet, injudicious, inadvertent, unintentional, unplanned

Near Antonyms of Heedless

attentive, chary, observant, vigilant, watchful, foresighted, forethoughtful, provident, calculating, scheming, shrewd, considerate, thoughtful, ultracareful, ultracautious

Word Forms of Heedless

Derived words: heedlessly (adverb), heedlessness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Heedless

First known use: 1565

Frequently Asked Questions about Heedless

What does "Heedless" mean?

"Heedless" means not taking heed, inconsiderate, thoughtless. As an adjective, it is defined as: not taking heed, inconsiderate, thoughtless.

What is another word for "Heedless"?

Other words for "Heedless" include careless, incautious, mindless, unguarded, unsafe and unwary. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Heedless" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Heedless"?

There are 29 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Heedless". Common alternatives include careless, incautious, mindless, unguarded, unsafe and unwary.

What is the opposite of "Heedless"?

Antonyms of "Heedless" include alert, cautious, circumspect, gingerly, guarded, heedful, safe and wary. Near antonyms include attentive, chary, observant and vigilant.

How do you use "Heedless" in a sentence?

Examples of "Heedless" in a sentence: "heedless drivers who back out of parking spaces without looking".

Is "Heedless" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Heedless" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Heedless"?

"Heedless" is pronounced /ˈhēd-ləs/ and divided into syllables as heed·less.

What is the origin of the word "Heedless"?

First known use: 1565.