Definitions

incautious

[in-kaw-shuhs] / ɪnˈkɔ ʃəs /

ADJECTIVE

not careful

Synonyms

WEAK

any old way bold brash careless caught napping devil-may-care fast-and-loose foot-in-mouth hasty heedless hotheaded ill-advised ill-judged impetuous improvident imprudent impulsive inconsiderate indiscreet injudicious madcap neglectful negligent off guard pay no mind playing with fire precipitate rash reckless regardless sticking one's neck out thoughtless unalert unguarded unmindful unthinking unvigilant unwatchful wary wide open

Antonyms

WEAK

careful cautious discreet thoughtful

Example Sentences

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Incautious handling or a sudden change in the direction of the air currents might easily result in disaster.

From The Airship "Golden Hind" by Westerman, Percy F. (Percy Francis)

Incautious use can leave you with a text such as that immortalized in the Owed two a Spell in Chequer.

From The Project Gutenberg FAQ 2002 by Tinsley, Jim

Incautious action of Ollivier, 339; and of Gramont, 341.

From Studies in Literature and History by Miller, John O.

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