Recklessness
/ˈrɛkləsnəs/
Definitions
- (n.) The state of being aware of a substantial and unjustifiable risk but consciously disregarding it.
His recklessness in driving led to the accident.
- (n.) A legal standard of fault describing conduct showing a reckless disregard for the safety or rights of others.
The defendant was found guilty of reckless endangerment.
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Commentary
Recklessness often entails conscious risk-taking, distinguishing it from negligence which involves inadvertence.
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