unbesonnen
rash, reckless, impulsive
adjective UN-be-zon-nen Rare
Usage Note
Unbesonnen is the antonym of besonnen (level-headed) and describes acting without thinking. It implies that the person could or should have reflected first; it stresses a rash lack of forethought rather than mere foolishness.
Examples
"Sein unbesonnenes Handeln gefährdete das gesamte Team."
Natural Translation
His rash action endangered the entire team.
Literal Translation
His rash action endangered the entire team.
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