heady

adjective ! Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about heady at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

1. Marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters.

   judicious use of one's money

2. Extremely exciting as if by alcohol or a narcotic.
3. Marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences.

   foolhardy enough to try to seize the gun from the hijacker