Basic Details
Word: Rashly
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: In a careless or reckless way, without thinking about the consequences.
Synonyms: Impulsively, recklessly, thoughtlessly
Antonyms: Cautiously, carefully, prudently
Idioms and Phrases
- Jumping in rashly: To engage in an action without careful thought. Example: "He jumped in rashly, signing the contract without reading the fine print."
- Acting rashly: To take sudden actions that could lead to negative outcomes. Example: "She regretted acting rashly by sending the message without checking it first."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He rashly decided to invest all his savings into a new project without doing any research.
Example 2: The child rashly ran into the street, ignoring her mother's warnings to look both ways.
Example 3: Rashly dismissing the advice of her friends, she ended up making a big mistake.
Fun Fact
The word "rashly" comes from the Old English word "rsc," which means something that is hasty or sudden. This reflects how actions taken rashly often lead to undesirable results because they lack careful consideration.
Famous Quote
"Rash actions may lead to great harm; wisdom comes from thoughtful deliberation." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "rashly" mean?
a) Carefully
b) In a reckless way
c) Thoughtfully
d) Joyfully
Answer: b) In a reckless way
2. Which of these is a synonym of "rashly"?
a) Prudently
b) Impulsively
c) Cautiously
d) Deliberately
Answer: b) Impulsively
3. Which of these is an antonym of "rashly"?
a) Thoughtlessly
b) Recklessly
c) Carefully
d) Impulsively
Answer: c) Carefully
4. Which sentence uses "rashly" correctly?
a) She planned her vacation rashly and ended up disappointed.
b) He walked rashly to school every day.
c) The teacher spoke rashly and gave out homework.
d) The dog ran rashly and caught the frisbee.
Answer: a) She planned her vacation rashly and ended up disappointed.
5. What does the idiom "jumping in rashly" mean?
a) To be very happy
b) To think carefully before acting
c) To engage in an action without careful thought
d) To avoid making decisions
Answer: c) To engage in an action without careful thought
