headlong

• Décrit une action effectuée avec une vitesse imprudente ou sans réflexion approfondie ; souvent utilisé pour une impulsion soudaine et incontrôlée.

Describes an action done with reckless speed or without careful thought; often used to describe a sudden, uncontrolled rush.

1. Rushing without cautionC1formal

   Done with reckless speed or without thinking carefully.

   tête baissée

   • The company made a headlong rush into the new market without proper research.
   • His headlong pursuit of fame led to many mistakes.
   • The headlong charge of the cavalry surprised the enemy.

   Synonymescarelessdesperatefoolhardyhastyheedlesshurriedimpetuousprecipitaterashreckless

   Antonymescarefulcautiousdeliberateprudent

2. Steep or plungingC1formal

   Characterized by a steep, downward motion or slope.

   À pic, plongeant

   • The headlong descent down the mountain was dangerous.
   • The river took a headlong plunge over the cliff.
   • The headlong drop in stock prices alarmed investors.

   Synonymesabruptprecipitoussheersteepvertiginous

   Antonymesgentlegradualshallow

• Adverbe signifiant 'la tête la première' ou 'à toute vitesse sans réfléchir'. Il décrit un mouvement ou une action effectuée avec précipitation et imprudence, souvent en manque de prudence ou de contrôle.

An adverb meaning 'with the head first' or 'in a rush without careful thought.' It describes moving or acting with great speed and recklessness, often implying a lack of caution or control.

1. With the head firstB2formal

   Moving forward with the head leading the body, often in a fall or dive.

   La tête la première

   • He fell headlong down the stairs.
   • The diver plunged headlong into the water.
   • She rushed headlong into the crowd.

2. Rashly or without thoughtB2formal

   Acting quickly and impulsively, without careful consideration.

   Tête baissée, sans réfléchir

   • He rushed headlong into the business deal without reading the contract.
   • She plunged headlong into a new relationship.
   • The company went headlong into expansion without proper planning.

   Synonymescarelesslyhastilyimpetuouslyimpulsivelyprecipitatelyrashlythoughtlessly

   Antonymescarefullycautiouslydeliberatelyprudentlythoughtfully