harebrained
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Adj — Foolish, reckless, or poorly thought out.
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Etymology
From hare + brained, likening a foolish idea to the supposedly erratic behaviour of hares.
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What does “harebrained” mean?
The word “harebrained” means foolish, reckless, or poorly thought out. In plain terms, a silly, badly-thought-out idea or plan.
How do you use “harebrained” in a sentence?
Here is “harebrained” used in a sentence: “His harebrained scheme to double his savings overnight ended in disaster.”
What part of speech is “harebrained”?
“Harebrained” is an adjective.