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uncritically

 

[ ʌnˈkrɪtɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

without examination

Uncritically refers to accepting or believing something without questioning it or evaluating its validity. This term often implies a lack of critical thinking or scrutiny in considering information or opinions. When someone approaches a subject uncritically, they may accept ideas based on trust or authority rather than through objective reasoning. This can lead to blind adherence to concepts that may not be accurate or beneficial. It is important to engage with information critically to avoid misinformation and promote informed decision-making.

Synonyms

blindly, naively, unquestioningly, unreflectively

Examples of usage

  • He accepted the news report uncritically.
  • She uncritically followed the group’s opinion.
  • The students viewed the documentary uncritically.
  • They accepted the teacher's statements uncritically.

Translations

Translations of the word "uncritically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incriticamente

🇮🇳 अविचारपूर्वक

🇩🇪 unkritisch

🇮🇩 tanpa kritik

🇺🇦 некритично

🇵🇱 niekrytycznie

🇯🇵 非批判的に

🇫🇷 sans critique

🇪🇸 sin crítica

🇹🇷 eleştirel olmayan

🇰🇷 비판 없이

🇸🇦 بلا نقد

🇨🇿 nekriticky

🇸🇰 nekriticky

🇨🇳 无批判地

🇸🇮 nekritično

🇮🇸 án gagnrýni

🇰🇿 сындырмай

🇬🇪 ბავშვური

🇦🇿 tənqidsiz

🇲🇽 sin crítica

Etymology

The word 'uncritically' is derived from the prefix 'un-', which denotes negation, combined with the root word 'critical'. The term 'critical' originates from the Greek word 'kritikos', meaning 'able to discern or judge'. This root reflects the capacity to evaluate information or arguments rigorously. The adverbial form 'uncritically' emerged in the English language as a way to describe actions or attitudes that lack this discerning judgment. Usage of the term can be traced back to discussions involving philosophy and education where the importance of critical thinking is emphasized. Over time, the concept has gained traction in various discussions around media literacy and social discourse, highlighting the pitfalls of accepting information at face value without thorough examination.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,951, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.