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heedlessness Meaning & Definition

/ˈhiːd.ləs.nəs/

What Does Heedlessness Mean?

Heedlessness is used as a noun meaning The state or character of being heedless.

Quick Facts About Heedlessness

Part of speechnoun
Pronunciation/ˈhiːd.ləs.nəs/
Syllables3
Synonymsinadvertence, rashness and mindlessness
Antonymsregard, heed and attentiveness
Pluralheedlessnesses

Heedlessness Definition (Noun)

  1. The state or character of being heedless

Synonyms of Heedlessness

Heedlessness synonyms and antonyms →

Antonyms of Heedlessness

Word Forms & Grammar

heedlessness (usually uncountable, plural heedlessnesses)

Words That Rhyme With Heedlessness

Origin of Heedlessness

From heedless + -ness.

How to Pronounce Heedlessness

Heedlessness is pronounced /ˈhiːd.ləs.nəs/ and has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (hiːd).

Frequently Asked Questions About Heedlessness

What part of speech is heedlessness?

Heedlessness is a noun.

What is another word for heedlessness?

Close synonyms of heedlessness are inadvertence, rashness and mindlessness. See the full list of heedlessness synonyms and antonyms.

What is the opposite of heedlessness?

Words opposite in meaning to heedlessness are regard, heed, attentiveness and mindfulness.

What is the plural of heedlessness?

The plural of heedlessness is heedlessnesses.

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