noun

irresponsibility

Irresponsibility (noun) means Behaviour that shows a lack of care about the consequences of one's actions. Example: “Leaving the stove on all night was pure irresponsibility.”

noun

Behaviour that shows a lack of care about the consequences of one's actions.

"Leaving the stove on all night was pure irresponsibility."

"The company's irresponsibility led to a serious safety failure."

How to use irresponsibility

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe quality of not being careful or accountable about what you do.

Common pairings

financial irresponsibility an act of irresponsibility

Word forms

irresponsibilities plural

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Etymology

Formed from irresponsible plus -ity, or from ir- plus responsibility.

Synonyms

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irresponsibleness

Rhymes for irresponsibility

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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.

What is the meaning of irresponsibility?

"irresponsibility" (noun) means behaviour that shows a lack of care about the consequences of one's actions.