Recklessly and Sluggishly

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Recklessly adverb - In a reckless manner.

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Sluggishly is an antonym for recklessly.

Nearby Words: reckless, recklessness

Sluggishly adverb - At a pace that is less than usual, desirable, or expected.

Usage example: the car responds sluggishly until it warms up

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Recklessly is an antonym for sluggishly.

Nearby Words: sluggish, sluggishness

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