Foolhardiest: meaning, definitions and examples
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foolhardiest
[ ˈfuːlˌhɑːr.dɪ.st ]
describing a person
Foolhardiest refers to someone who is recklessly bold or rash in their actions. It describes a person who acts with a disregard for the potential consequences or dangers that may arise from their behavior.
Synonyms
daring, imprudent, rash, reckless.
Examples of usage
- His foolhardiest decision to climb the mountain without proper gear put him in danger.
- The foolhardiest investor often jumps into risky stocks without research.
- She was known for her foolhardiest adventures, doing things most would consider too risky.
- Being foolhardy at such a young age can lead to serious consequences.
Translations
Translations of the word "foolhardiest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais imprudente
🇮🇳 सबसे बेवकूफ
🇩🇪 der törichteste
🇮🇩 paling sembrono
🇺🇦 найбезрозумніший
🇵🇱 najgłupszy
🇯🇵 最も無謀な
🇫🇷 le plus imprudent
🇪🇸 el más imprudente
🇹🇷 en düşüncesiz
🇰🇷 가장 어리석은
🇸🇦 الأكثر حماقة
🇨🇿 nejhloupější
🇸🇰 najhlúpejší
🇨🇳 最愚蠢的
🇸🇮 najnepremišljen
🇮🇸 fyndinlegastur
🇰🇿 ең ақымақ
🇬🇪 ყველაზე უგუნური
🇦🇿 ən axmaq
🇲🇽 el más imprudente
Etymology
The word foolhardy combines 'fool,' which derives from Middle English 'fole,' meaning a person who lacks good judgment, and 'hardy,' from Old French 'hardi,' meaning brave or bold. The first known use of 'foolhardy' dates back to the 16th century, where it was used to characterize individuals who exhibited boldness or bravery that was tinged with recklessness. Over time, the term evolved to specifically denote those who pursue actions without considering the risks involved. The connotation of the word has generally remained negative, associating foolishness with unnecessary danger.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,745, 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.