Harebrained
adjective
Used to describe someone or something that is very foolish or reckless.
His harebrained scheme to start a business without a plan failed miserably.
Usage tips
Informal
harebrained idea,harebrained decision,harebrained plan
adjective
Used to describe someone or something that is very foolish or reckless.
His harebrained scheme to start a business without a plan failed miserably.
Usage tips
Informal
harebrained idea,harebrained decision,harebrained plan
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Foolishness
Definition
Plans like his often fail due to a lack of thought.
Pro Tip 2/3Judgment
Understanding
Be careful when using this term, as it might offend someone.
Pro Tip 3/3Context
Application
Typically used in informal settings to denote absurdity.
Pro Tip 1/3Foolishness
Definition
Plans like his often fail due to a lack of thought.
Pro Tip 2/3Judgment
Understanding
Be careful when using this term, as it might offend someone.
Pro Tip 3/3Context
Application
Typically used in informal settings to denote absurdity.
Pro Tip 1/3Foolishness
Definition
Plans like his often fail due to a lack of thought.
Pro Tip 2/3Judgment
Understanding
Be careful when using this term, as it might offend someone.
Pro Tip 3/3Context
Application
Typically used in informal settings to denote absurdity.
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