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reckless behavior

[ˈrekləs bɪˈheɪvjər]
noun phrasepl: reckless behaviors
comportamento imprudente
1. conduct or actions characterized by a lack of care for consequences; acting without regard for danger or safety
His reckless behavior on the highway endangered everyone around him.
Seu comportamento imprudente na estrada colocou em perigo todos ao seu redor.
2. irresponsible or careless conduct that shows disregard for rules, laws, or social norms
The teenager's reckless behavior resulted in serious consequences.
O comportamento imprudente do adolescente resultou em sérias consequências.
NYC Slang
acting crazy/acting out / reckless moves
Synonyms
irresponsible behaviorcareless conductdangerous behaviorrash behaviorfoolish behaviornegligent behavior
Antonyms
cautious behaviorprudent behaviorresponsible behaviorcareful conductsensible behavior

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comportamento imprudente
most common standard form
Rio de Janeiro
comportamento arriscado
emphasizes the risky nature
São Paulo
comportamento negligente
formal usage in legal/business contexts
Portugal
comportamento temerário
more formal and literary usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

playing with fire
living life on the edge
taking unnecessary risks
throwing caution to the wind
ser uma bola de canhão (Brazilian - to be a loose cannon)
andar à toa (Portuguese - acting without purpose or care)
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