What does irresponsible mean?
Irresponsible means (now rare) Not responsible; exempt from legal responsibility, not to be held accountable..
Irresponsible
/ˌɪɹ.ɪˈspɒn.sə.bəl/ · adjective
Meaning
(now rare) Not responsible; exempt from legal responsibility, not to be held accountable..
Definitions by Sense
- (now rare) Not responsible; exempt from legal responsibility, not to be held accountable.
- 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.
Synonyms for irresponsible
Antonyms for irresponsible
Related Words
Word Forms
- more irresponsible
- most irresponsible
- irresponsibles
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for irresponsible?
Common synonyms include feckless, loose, devil-may-care, carefree.
What is the opposite of irresponsible?
Possible antonyms include responsible.
How do you use irresponsible in a sentence?
They left the crown what, in the eye and estimation of law, it had ever been, perfectly irresponsible.
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