Irresponsible

Synonyms of irresponsible

• reckless
• negligent
• careless

Antonyms of irresponsible

• dependable
• responsible
• reliable

Collocations of irresponsible

irresponsible behavior

Frequency: 70 %

His irresponsible behavior at work led to his termination.

irresponsible actions

Frequency: 65 %

Her irresponsible actions caused harm to others.

irresponsible decisions

Frequency: 60 %

Making irresponsible decisions can have serious consequences.

irresponsible parenting

Frequency: 50 %

Their irresponsible parenting led to their children getting into trouble.

irresponsible spending

Frequency: 45 %

Her irresponsible spending habits left her in debt.

Idiomatic Expressions for irresponsible

• Phrase: throw someone under the bus
  Meaning: to betray or sacrifice someone for personal gain or to avoid blame
  Usage: He threw his loyal friend under the bus to save himself from being held responsible.