Foolhardier: meaning, definitions and examples
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foolhardier
[ ˈfuːlˌhɑːrdiər ]
describing behavior
Foolhardier refers to someone who shows a lack of care about the dangers or risks involved in a particular action or situation. It describes a person who is recklessly bold or daring without considering the consequences of their actions. This type of behavior can often lead to poor decisions and negative outcomes. People who are foolhardier may often be seen as brave but can also be viewed as irresponsible.
Synonyms
audacious, daring, foolhardy, reckless.
Examples of usage
- His foolhardier attempts at climbing the mountain without proper gear ended in tragedy.
- She made foolhardier decisions during the race, ignoring the advice of her coach.
- The foolhardier adventurers set sail during the storm, disregarding the warnings.
Translations
Translations of the word "foolhardier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 insensato
🇮🇳 बेतुका
🇩🇪 töricht
🇮🇩 ceroboh
🇺🇦 безрозсудний
🇵🇱 nierozsądny
🇯🇵 無謀な
🇫🇷 téméraire
🇪🇸 imprudente
🇹🇷 düşüncesiz
🇰🇷 무모한
🇸🇦 غير حكيم
🇨🇿 neuvěřitelný
🇸🇰 nezmyselný
🇨🇳 鲁莽的
🇸🇮 nepremišljen
🇮🇸 fyndugur
🇰🇿 ақылсыз
🇬🇪 გაუთვალისწინებელი
🇦🇿 düşüncəsiz
🇲🇽 imprudente
Etymology
The term 'foolhardier' is derived from the adjective 'foolhardy,' which dates back to the early 16th century. The word is a combination of 'fool,' referring to someone lacking in judgment or sense, and 'hardy,' which comes from the Old French 'hardi,' meaning bold or brave. The first recorded use of 'foolhardy' appeared in literature as a descriptor for those who acted with reckless bravery. Over time, the usage of 'foolhardy' evolved to denote actions that were not only bold but also lacking in wisdom or forethought. The comparative form 'foolhardier' is used to emphasize an even greater degree of this recklessness. This term reflects the cultural perception of bravery without caution, often viewed as foolish rather than admirable.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,855, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.