むやみ
Meanings
1
thoughtless; reckless; indiscriminate
usually written using kana alone
Describes acting without careful thought, often leading to negative consequences. Used as a na-adjective or noun.
You shouldn't trust people indiscriminately.
His reckless behavior caused problems.
2
na-adjective, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun
excessive; unreasonable; immoderate
usually written using kana alone
Often used adverbially as むやみに or むやみと to mean doing something to an unreasonable degree or without good reason.
Stop spending money excessively.
Don't shout unreasonably loud.
Usage patterns
- むやみに〈動詞〉to do something recklessly or without good reason
It's dangerous to take medicine indiscriminately.
- むやみな〈事〉a reckless or thoughtless act
Reckless behavior will lead to regret later.
- むやみと〈動詞〉to do something to an excessive, unreasonable degree
He forces his opinions on others without any good reason.
- むやみに〈形容詞〉unreasonably or excessively (a certain quality)
This room is excessively large for no good reason.