Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Headlong.
How to pronounce headlong:
US
Headlong - as an adverb
With the head before the body
Example: "The runner slid headlong into third base"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
headfirst16At breakneck speed
Example: "Burst headlong through the gate"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
precipitately22In a hasty and foolhardy manner
Example: "He fell headlong in love with his cousin"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rashly12Headlong - as an adjective satellite
With the head foremost
Example: "A headfirst plunge down the stairs"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
headfirst16Headlong - as a verb
To precipitate.
Headlong - as an adjective
Precipitous.
Plunging downwards head foremost.
Rushing forward without restraint.
Reckless, impetuous.
Example Sentences
"He ran headlong into the wall."
"She made a headlong leap into the water."
"He made a headlong rush to catch the train."
"The two cars collided in a headlong crash."
"She made a headlong dash down the stairs."
Word Game Points
Is HEADLONG a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, headlong is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HEADLONG has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is HEADLONG a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, headlong is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHEADLONG has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is HEADLONG a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, headlong is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHEADLONG has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
