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headlong Definition and Meaning in English (headlong definition)

adverb
Synonyms:recklesslyhastilyimpetuously
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Headlong definition: Moving or falling with the head foremost; headfirst.

Definitions of Headlong

  1. 1adverb

    Moving or falling with the head foremost; headfirst.

  2. 2adverb

    Acting or moving with impetuous haste and often without due consideration.

  3. 3adjective

    Characterized by impetuous haste and lack of caution.

Example Sentences

casual

“He fell headlong into the river, hitting his head on a rock.”

business

“They rushed headlong into the new business venture without proper market research.”

formal

“It was a headlong pursuit of success, ignoring all potential risks.”

Synonyms

recklesslyhastilyimpetuouslyprecipitately

Antonyms

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