irresponsibility
1 synonym and 1 antonym for irresponsibility, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Behaviour that shows a lack of care about the consequences of one's actions.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
irresponsibleness
Antonyms
How to use irresponsibility
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
financial irresponsibility
an act of irresponsibility
Etymology
Formed from irresponsible plus -ity, or from ir- plus responsibility.
Full origin of irresponsibility →Frequently asked questions
What does “irresponsibility” mean?
The word “irresponsibility” means behaviour that shows a lack of care about the consequences of one's actions. In plain terms, the quality of not being careful or accountable about what you do.
How do you use “irresponsibility” in a sentence?
Here is “irresponsibility” used in a sentence: “Leaving the stove on all night was pure irresponsibility.”
What part of speech is “irresponsibility”?
“Irresponsibility” is a noun.
