Irresponsible
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌɪɹ.ɪˈspɒn.sə.bəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Irresponsible is an adjective meaning (now rare) Not responsible; exempt from legal responsibility, not to be held accountable.
Meaning
(now rare) Not responsible; exempt from legal responsibility, not to be held accountable.
More Meanings
- Lacking a sense of responsibility; performed or acting as though without responsibility; negligent.
- Someone who is not responsible.
Example Sentences
They left the crown what, in the eye and estimation of law, it had ever been, perfectly irresponsible.
Word Forms
- irresponsibles
Synonyms for irresponsible
Depending on context, synonyms include feckless, loose, devil-may-care, carefree, scatterbrained, flighty.
Antonyms for irresponsible
Common opposites include responsible.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include devil-may-care, feckless, do-nothing, unaccountable, happy-go-lucky, freewheeling.
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