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irresponsibly Meaning & Definition

/ˌɪ.ɹɪˈspɒn.sə.bli/

What Does Irresponsibly Mean?

Irresponsibly is used as an adverb meaning In an irresponsible manner; so as to be irresponsible.

Word Facts for Irresponsibly

Part of speechadverb
Pronunciation/ˌɪ.ɹɪˈspɒn.sə.bli/
Syllables5
Synonymswithout showing responsibility
Antonymsresponsibly
Comparative / superlativemore irresponsibly, most irresponsibly

Irresponsibly Definition (Adverb)

  1. In an irresponsible manner; so as to be irresponsible.

Synonyms of Irresponsibly

Irresponsibly synonyms and antonyms →

Antonyms of Irresponsibly

Word Forms & Grammar

irresponsibly (comparative more irresponsibly, superlative most irresponsibly)

Words That Rhyme With Irresponsibly

Origin of Irresponsibly

From irresponsible +‎ -ly or ir- +‎ responsibly.

Pronouncing Irresponsibly

You say irresponsibly as /ˌɪ.ɹɪˈspɒn.sə.bli/. It has 5 syllables, with the main stress on the third syllable (spɒn).

Quick Answers About Irresponsibly

What part of speech is irresponsibly?

Irresponsibly is an adverb.

What is another word for irresponsibly?

Words with a similar meaning to irresponsibly include without showing responsibility. See the full list of irresponsibly synonyms and antonyms.

What is the opposite of irresponsibly?

The opposite of irresponsibly is responsibly.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of irresponsibly?

The comparative form is more irresponsibly and the superlative form is most irresponsibly.

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