don't make rash decisions

Meaning

1. 1phrasefixed phrase

   Used to tell someone not to decide too quickly or without thinking carefully, because the result may be bad.

   Grammar: This is a full sentence in the imperative. It is used as a warning or piece of advice, and you can add 'please' or a reason after it.

   Patterns

   • don't make rash decisions about something
   • don't make rash decisions when ...
   • don't make rash decisions without ...

   Don't make rash decisions about your career—take a few days to think it over.

   My father always told me, 'Don't make rash decisions when you're angry.'

   The doctor advised her, 'Don't make rash decisions about the treatment until you've read all the information.'

Common combinations

make a rash decision

He made a rash decision to sell the house and later regretted it.

a rash promise

She made a rash promise to pay for everything, which she couldn't afford.

it was rash of someone to do something

It was rash of you to lend him so much money.

don't be rash

Don't be rash—check the facts first.

Synonyms and how they differ

hasty

Hasty means done too quickly, often because of lack of time; rash suggests a lack of careful thought and possible danger.

impulsive

Impulsive means acting suddenly on a feeling; rash often implies a more serious or risky decision.

reckless

Reckless means ignoring danger or consequences; rash is less extreme and often about decisions rather than actions.

Opposites

Word family

rashly adverb

In a rash manner; without careful thought.

rashness noun

The quality of being rash; hasty, unthinking behavior.

Commonly confused: don't make rash decisions or rush?

Practice

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