Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
temerariousness
noun
/ˌtɛm.ərˈɛr.i.əs.nəs/
Definition
The quality of being excessively bold or reckless.
Examples
- His temerariousness during the hike led him to ignore the warning signs about the steep cliffs.
- The company’s temerariousness in expanding too quickly ultimately put them in financial jeopardy.
Meaning
Temerariousness refers to a disposition characterized by a lack of caution and a tendency to take risks without properly assessing potential dangers.
Synonyms
- recklessness
- foolhardiness
- audacity
- brashness
- imprudence
