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discourage recklessness

[dɪˈskɜrɪdʒ ˈrekləsnəs]
verb phrase
desencorajar a imprudência
1. to actively work against or reduce the likelihood of rash, careless, or dangerous behavior
The new safety regulations discourage recklessness in the workplace.
Os novos regulamentos de segurança desencorajam a imprudência no local de trabalho.
2. to dissuade someone from acting without proper consideration or caution
Parents should discourage recklessness in their teenagers while driving.
Os pais devem desencorajar a imprudência em seus adolescentes ao dirigir.
Synonyms
deter recklessnessprevent rash behaviordiscourage carelessnessinhibit impulsive actions
Antonyms
encourage recklessnesspromote rash behaviorenable carelessnessfoster imprudence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desencorajar a imprudência
most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
desestimular a temeridade
alternative formal usage
São Paulo
coibir comportamentos irresponsáveis
business and formal contexts
Portugal
desincentivar a imprudência
European Portuguese preference

Related Idioms & Phrases

put the brakes on recklessness
nip recklessness in the bud
dampen the spirit of recklessness
rain on someone's parade
throw cold water on something
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