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Unquestioning: meaning, definitions and examples

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unquestioning

 

[ ʌnˈkwɛsʧənɪŋ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

lack of doubt

Unquestioning refers to a state of acceptance or belief without any doubt or hesitation. This term is often used to describe a person's attitude or behavior towards authority, rules, or beliefs. An unquestioning individual may follow instructions or adhere to principles without critical evaluation. In many cases, this can be seen as positive, demonstrating loyalty or faith, but it may also suggest a lack of independent thought.

Synonyms

blind, implicit, naive, uncritical

Examples of usage

  • She had an unquestioning faith in his abilities.
  • His unquestioning compliance with the rules surprised everyone.
  • They accepted the information with unquestioning trust.

Translations

Translations of the word "unquestioning" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inquestionável

🇮🇳 निरपेक्ष

🇩🇪 bedingungslos

🇮🇩 tanpa pertanyaan

🇺🇦 беззаперечний

🇵🇱 bezwarunkowy

🇯🇵 無条件の

🇫🇷 inconditionnel

🇪🇸 incondicional

🇹🇷 şartsız

🇰🇷 무조건적인

🇸🇦 غير مشروط

🇨🇿 beze spornosti

🇸🇰 bezpodmienečný

🇨🇳 无条件的

🇸🇮 nepogojevan

🇮🇸 skilyrðalaust

🇰🇿 шартсыз

🇬🇪 არაპირობული

🇦🇿 şərtsiz

🇲🇽 incondicional

Etymology

The term 'unquestioning' is derived from the prefix 'un-', which means 'not', and the word 'questioning', which relates to the act of asking for information or expressing doubt. The concept revolves around the idea of not questioning something, which has its roots in discussions around obedience and trust. It emerged in the English language during the 19th century, a time when social norms were often challenged. The idea of unquestioning loyalty or belief has been variously celebrated and critiqued throughout history, especially in contexts such as politics, religion, and education. The implications of being 'unquestioning' can be seen as both a sign of devotion and a potential lack of critical engagement, highlighting the complexities surrounding belief systems and authority.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,732, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.