How to Pronounce "wantonly"
word
ˈwɑntənɫi/, /ˈwɔntənɫi
WAHN-tuhn-lee
wˈɒntənli
WON-tuhn-lee
Definition
In a deliberate and unrestrained way, often causing harm or acting without regard for others. Usually implies acting cruelly, carelessly, or without just cause.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɑntənɫi/, /ˈwɔntənɫi
British English
wˈɒntənli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAHN-tuhn-lee
UK
WON-tuhn-lee
Listen in Context
The factory wantonly polluted the river.
The soldiers acted wantonly during the raid.
He wantonly broke the neighbor’s windows.
They wantonly wasted food while others were hungry.