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Inconsiderate: meaning, definitions and examples

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inconsiderate

 

[ ˌɪnkənˈsɪdərət ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

behavior

Showing a lack of consideration for the feelings or needs of others; thoughtless.

Synonyms

selfish, thoughtless, unthinking

Examples of usage

  • He was so inconsiderate, he didn't even bother to call and let us know he wouldn't be coming.
  • Her inconsiderate actions hurt the feelings of those around her.
Context #2 | Adjective

action

Not careful or thorough in considering the possible results of one's actions; rash.

Synonyms

careless, impulsive, rash

Examples of usage

  • His inconsiderate decision led to serious consequences.
  • She regretted her inconsiderate behavior as soon as she saw the damage it caused.

Translations

Translations of the word "inconsiderate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desconsiderado

🇮🇳 अविचारित

🇩🇪 rücksichtslos

🇮🇩 tidak mempertimbangkan

🇺🇦 недбалий

🇵🇱 nieuprzejmy

🇯🇵 思いやりのない

🇫🇷 inconsidéré

🇪🇸 desconsiderado

🇹🇷 düşüncesiz

🇰🇷 배려 없는

🇸🇦 غير مراعٍ

🇨🇿 bezohledný

🇸🇰 bezohľadný

🇨🇳 不体贴的

🇸🇮 nepremišljen

🇮🇸 tillitslaus

🇰🇿 есепсіз

🇬🇪 უგულებელყოფილი

🇦🇿 nəzakətsiz

🇲🇽 desconsiderado

Word origin

The word 'inconsiderate' originated from the Latin word 'in' meaning 'not' and 'consideratus' meaning 'considered'. It first appeared in the English language in the late 16th century. The concept of being inconsiderate has been prevalent throughout history, as humans have always had to navigate social interactions and the impact of their actions on others.

See also: consider, considerable, considerably, considerate, considerately, considerateness, consideration, considerative, considering, inconsiderately, reconsider, reconsideration.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,028, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.