word
Foolhardy
FOO-lhah-rdee
/ˈfuːˌlhɑːrdiː/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
foolhardy
Dictionary meaning
Marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences.
Examples
- Foolhardy enough to try to seize the gun from the hijacker.
Synonyms: heady, rash, reckless
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