Imprudence: meaning, definitions and examples

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imprudence

 

[ ɪmˈpruːdəns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

lack of caution

Imprudence is the quality of being unwise or lacking in good judgment. It refers to the tendency to act without thinking about the possible consequences of one's actions.

Synonyms

foolishness, rashness, recklessness

Examples of usage

  • She showed great imprudence by investing all her savings in a risky business venture.
  • His imprudence led to a series of unfortunate events that could have been avoided with more careful planning.
Context #2 | Noun

act of being impulsive

Imprudence can also refer to the act of being impulsive or making decisions without careful consideration. It often leads to hasty actions that one may regret later.

Synonyms

carelessness, hastiness, impetuousness

Examples of usage

  • Her imprudence in quitting her job without another lined up left her in a difficult financial situation.
  • The company suffered from the imprudence of its CEO in making quick decisions without consulting the board.

Translations

Translations of the word "imprudence" in other languages:

🇵🇹 imprudência

🇮🇳 अविवेक

🇩🇪 Unvorsichtigkeit

🇮🇩 kecerobohan

🇺🇦 необачність

🇵🇱 nierozwaga

🇯🇵 不注意 (fuchūi)

🇫🇷 imprudence

🇪🇸 imprudencia

🇹🇷 dikkatsizlik

🇰🇷 경솔 (gyeongsol)

🇸🇦 طيش

🇨🇿 neopatrnost

🇸🇰 neopatrnosť

🇨🇳 轻率 (qīngshuài)

🇸🇮 nepremišljenost

🇮🇸 óhófsemi

🇰🇿 абайсыздық

🇬🇪 გაუფრთხილებლობა

🇦🇿 ehtiyatsızlıq

🇲🇽 imprudencia

Word origin

The word 'imprudence' originated in the late 18th century from the combination of 'im-' meaning 'not' and 'prudence' meaning 'wisdom or caution'. It has been used in English literature to describe the lack of wisdom or foresight in decision-making.

See also: prudently.