rashly
UK: ˈræʃli | US: ˈræʃli
adv. acting or done without careful consideration; recklessly
adv. hastily or impetuously
rashly = rash<reckless> + ly<adverb suffix>
- rash: From Middle English rash ("hasty, vigorous"), likely of Scandinavian origin (compare Old Norse rǫskr "brave, brisk"). Evolved to mean "acting without caution."
- ly: An Old English adverbial suffix derived from -līce, used to form adverbs from adjectives.
Etymology Origin:
The word rashly combines rash, originally implying boldness or speed, with the adverbial suffix -ly. Over time, rash shifted from "energetic" to "imprudent," reflecting a cultural emphasis on the dangers of acting without deliberation. The suffix -ly systematically converts adjectives into adverbs, preserving the root's core meaning while grammaticalizing its function.
He rashly invested all his savings in the volatile stock market.
She regretted speaking rashly during the argument.
The team acted rashly by launching the product without testing.
Rashly ignoring the warning signs led to their downfall.
Decisions made rashly often result in unintended consequences.