Reckless motorist: meaning, definitions and examples

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reckless motorist

 

[ ˈrɛkləs ˈmoʊtərɪst ]

Context #1

dangerous driving behavior

A reckless motorist is someone who drives in a careless and dangerous manner, showing a disregard for the safety of others on the road. Reckless motorists often exceed speed limits, ignore traffic signals, and engage in risky maneuvers that put themselves and others at risk.

Synonyms

careless driver, dangerous driver, reckless driver

Examples of usage

  • He was fined for being a reckless motorist and endangering other drivers.
  • The reckless motorist caused a serious accident by running a red light.
Context #2

person who drives dangerously

A reckless motorist is a term used to describe a person who habitually engages in dangerous driving behavior. This can include speeding, tailgating, weaving in and out of traffic, and other risky actions that increase the likelihood of accidents.

Synonyms

careless driver, dangerous driver, reckless driver

Examples of usage

  • The reckless motorist was involved in multiple collisions due to his reckless driving habits.
  • Authorities are cracking down on reckless motorists to improve road safety.

Translations

Translations of the word "reckless motorist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 motorista imprudente

🇮🇳 लापरवाह मोटर चालक

🇩🇪 rücksichtsloser Autofahrer

🇮🇩 pengemudi sembrono

🇺🇦 необережний водій

🇵🇱 lekkomyślny kierowca

🇯🇵 無謀な運転者

🇫🇷 automobiliste imprudent

🇪🇸 conductor imprudente

🇹🇷 dikkatsiz sürücü

🇰🇷 무모한 운전자

🇸🇦 سائق متهور

🇨🇿 bezohledný řidič

🇸🇰 bezohľadný vodič

🇨🇳 鲁莽司机

🇸🇮 nepreviden voznik

🇮🇸 óvarlega ökumaður

🇰🇿 абайсыз жүргізуші

🇬🇪 უგუნური მძღოლი

🇦🇿 ehtiyatsız sürücü

🇲🇽 conductor imprudente

Word origin

The word 'reckless' originated from Middle English, meaning 'without heed or care'. The term 'motorist' emerged in the early 20th century with the rise of automobiles. Together, 'reckless motorist' describes a person who operates a vehicle in a dangerous and irresponsible manner, posing a threat to themselves and others on the road.