Irresponsible — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˌir-i-ˈspän(t)-sə-bəl/ ir·re·spon·si·ble

Meaning & Definition of Irresponsible

Irresponsible (adjective)

  1. not responsible
  2. lacking a sense of responsibility
  3. said or done with no sense of responsibility

Irresponsible (noun)

  1. a person who is irresponsible

Irresponsible (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having or showing a lack of concern for the consequences of one's actions

    "it was irresponsible to go off and leave your baby unattended in an automobile"

    similar: daredevil, devil-may-care, foolhardy, harum-scarum, hell-for-leather, kamikaze, reckless
    related: adventurous, audacious, bold, daring, venturesome, hasty, headlong, hotheaded, impetuous, precipitate, rash, wild, blithe, carefree, happy-go-lucky, madcap, slaphappy, nonchalant, unconcerned, unworried, careless, freewheeling, heedless, inattentive, incautious, mindless, regardless, unheeding, unmindful, feckless, inconsiderate, thoughtless, unthinking
    opposite: responsible
    near: careful, cautious, circumspect, heedful, overcareful, overcautious, timid

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Irresponsible

The most common words with a similar meaning to Irresponsible:

daredevil, devil-may-care, foolhardy, harum-scarum, hell-for-leather, kamikaze, reckless

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Irresponsible

Words with the opposite meaning of Irresponsible:

responsible

Related Words for Irresponsible

adventurous, audacious, bold, daring, venturesome, hasty, headlong, hotheaded, impetuous, precipitate, rash, wild, blithe, carefree, happy-go-lucky, madcap, slaphappy, nonchalant, unconcerned, unworried, careless, freewheeling, heedless, inattentive, incautious, mindless, regardless, unheeding, unmindful, feckless

Near Antonyms of Irresponsible

careful, cautious, circumspect, heedful, overcareful, overcautious, timid

Word Forms of Irresponsible

Derived words: irresponsibility (noun), irresponsibleness (noun), irresponsibly (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Irresponsible

First known use: 1648

Frequently Asked Questions about Irresponsible

What does "Irresponsible" mean?

"Irresponsible" means not responsible. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: not responsible.

What is another word for "Irresponsible"?

Other words for "Irresponsible" include daredevil, devil-may-care, foolhardy, harum-scarum, hell-for-leather, kamikaze and reckless. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Irresponsible" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Irresponsible"?

There are 40 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Irresponsible". Common alternatives include daredevil, devil-may-care, foolhardy, harum-scarum, hell-for-leather, kamikaze and reckless.

What is the opposite of "Irresponsible"?

Antonyms of "Irresponsible" include responsible. Near antonyms include careful, cautious, circumspect and heedful.

How do you use "Irresponsible" in a sentence?

Examples of "Irresponsible" in a sentence: "it was irresponsible to go off and leave your baby unattended in an automobile".

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

"Irresponsible" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Irresponsible"?

"Irresponsible" is pronounced /ˌir-i-ˈspän(t)-sə-bəl/ and divided into syllables as ir·re·spon·si·ble.

What is the origin of the word "Irresponsible"?

First known use: 1648.