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headlong

/ˈhedlɔːŋ/
head · long ˈhed · lɔːŋ
English Definition
adv./adj. with great speed, reckless
中文释义
头朝前，鲁莽的
Significado en Español
de cabeza, precipitado
한국어 뜻
거꾸로, 무모한
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
lao đầu, hấp tấp
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head(head)+long.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the synonym for the word “headlong” used in the sentence: “The hikers moved headlong down the mountain, eager to reach the base before nightfall.”

  1. A thoughtfully
  2. B cautiously
  3. C recklessly
  4. D quietly
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C — recklessly. “headlong” means adv./adj. with great speed, reckless

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Common questions about “headlong”

What does “headlong” mean?

headlong — adv./adj. with great speed, reckless. In Chinese: 头朝前，鲁莽的.

How do you pronounce “headlong”?

headlong is pronounced /ˈhedlɔːŋ/. It breaks into 2 syllables: head · long.

Is “headlong” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. headlong appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “headlong”?

head(head)+long.

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