Rashly: meaning, definitions and examples

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rashly

 

[ ˈræʃli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

behaving recklessly

In a reckless or hastily manner without considering the consequences.

Synonyms

hastily, impulsively, recklessly.

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Word Description / Examples
rashly

Used when someone does something without considering the consequences, often in a negative way.

  • He rashly decided to quit his job without having another one lined up
  • She rashly invested all her money in a high-risk stock
recklessly

Involves taking actions with a blatant disregard for the risks or potential dangers, emphasizing a lack of responsibility.

  • He drove recklessly, endangering everyone on the road
  • She recklessly spent all her savings on gambling
hastily

Describes doing something quickly and without adequate thought, typically leading to mistakes.

  • She hastily packed her bags and left for the airport
  • He hastily agreed to the contract without reading the fine print
impulsively

Refers to actions taken based on spontaneous desires or emotions, sometimes without considering the longer-term effects.

  • He impulsively bought a new car without considering his budget
  • She impulsively decided to book a trip to Europe

Examples of usage

  • He rashly quit his job without having another lined up.
  • She rashly invested all her savings in a risky venture.

Translations

Translations of the word "rashly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 imprudentemente

🇮🇳 जल्दबाजी में

🇩🇪 unüberlegt

🇮🇩 terburu-buru

🇺🇦 необдумано

🇵🇱 lekkomyślnie

🇯🇵 軽率に (けいそつに)

🇫🇷 imprudemment

🇪🇸 imprudentemente

🇹🇷 düşüncesizce

🇰🇷 경솔하게

🇸🇦 بتهور

🇨🇿 neuváženě

🇸🇰 neuvážene

🇨🇳 轻率地 (qīngshuài de)

🇸🇮 nepremišljeno

🇮🇸 óviturlega

🇰🇿 ойланбай

🇬🇪 უწონასწოროდ

🇦🇿 düşüncəsizcə

🇲🇽 imprudentemente

Etymology

The word 'rashly' originated from the Middle English word 'rashli', meaning 'hastily' or 'quickly'. It is derived from the Old French word 'rache', which means 'quick'. The usage of 'rashly' in English dates back to the 14th century.

See also: rash, rashness.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,635, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.