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Unconsidered: meaning, definitions and examples

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unconsidered

 

[ ʌn.kənˈsɪd.ərd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

lack of attention

The term 'unconsidered' refers to something that has not been thought about carefully or deeply. It implies a lack of attention, thoughtfulness, or deliberation regarding a particular topic or situation. Often, unconsidered actions or decisions can lead to unforeseen consequences. It is frequently used in contexts where a lack of reflection or consideration might have significant implications.

Synonyms

ignored, neglected, overlooked, thoughtless

Examples of usage

  • An unconsidered response can cause misunderstandings.
  • His unconsidered remarks offended many people.
  • The unconsidered risks of the plan worried the team.

Translations

Translations of the word "unconsidered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não considerado

🇮🇳 गैर-परवाह

🇩🇪 nicht berücksichtigt

🇮🇩 tidak dipertimbangkan

🇺🇦 не врахований

🇵🇱 niebrany pod uwagę

🇯🇵 考慮されていない

🇫🇷 non considéré

🇪🇸 no considerado

🇹🇷 göz ardı edilen

🇰🇷 고려되지 않은

🇸🇦 غير مُعتبر

🇨🇿 nezohledněný

🇸🇰 nezohľadnený

🇨🇳 未考虑

🇸🇮 neupoštevan

🇮🇸 óhugsuð

🇰🇿 ескерілмеген

🇬🇪 არაღიარებული

🇦🇿 nəzərə alınmayan

🇲🇽 no considerado

Etymology

The word 'unconsidered' is derived from the prefix 'un-' which indicates negation, and the word 'considered,' which comes from the Latin 'considerare,' meaning 'to look at closely' or 'to think about.' The 'consider' portion of the word carries the connotation of careful thought or attention. The structure of 'unconsidered' reflects the transformation of meaning through the addition of the prefix, conveying a state of not being thought about. The usage of 'unconsidered' in English can be traced back to the early 19th century, where it began to surface in literary and academic contexts. Over time, it has found relevance in discussions surrounding carelessness and oversight in various fields such as ethics, decision-making, and even in personal interactions, emphasizing the importance of careful consideration in ensuring sound judgments.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,565 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.