Unreflective: meaning, definitions and examples
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unreflective
[ ʌnˈrɪflɛktɪv ]
lacking thought
Unreflective describes a state of being where a person does not engage in deep thought or consideration about their actions, beliefs, or circumstances. Such individuals may act impulsively or without examining the consequences of their behavior.
Synonyms
impulsive, inconsiderate, mindless, thoughtless.
Examples of usage
- His unreflective responses made it clear he hadn't considered the situation thoroughly.
- The decision was unreflective, leading to unforeseen complications.
- In an unreflective manner, she accepted everything she read as truth.
Translations
Translations of the word "unreflective" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não reflexivo
🇮🇳 अचेतन
🇩🇪 unreflektiert
🇮🇩 tidak reflektif
🇺🇦 недумливий
🇵🇱 niesamodzielny
🇯🇵 反射しない
🇫🇷 non réfléchi
🇪🇸 no reflexivo
🇹🇷 yansız
🇰🇷 비반사적인
🇸🇦 غير عاكس
🇨🇿 nereflektující
🇸🇰 nereflektujúci
🇨🇳 不反思的
🇸🇮 nerefleksiven
🇮🇸 óhugsamur
🇰🇿 ойланбайтын
🇬🇪 არარეფლექტირებული
🇦🇿 refleksiyasız
🇲🇽 no reflexivo
Etymology
The term 'unreflective' is derived from the prefix 'un-', meaning 'not' and 'reflective', which comes from the Latin 'reflectere', meaning 'to bend back' or 'to reflect upon'. 'Reflective' has been used in English since the late 14th century to imply a contemplative state, suggesting an ability to think deeply. The formation of 'unreflective' as an adjective emerged to describe the absence of that reflective quality, noted in English usage in the early 20th century. As society began to value self-awareness and mindfulness more, the contrast indicated by 'unreflective' has highlighted the importance of deliberate thought and introspection in various contexts, including education, personal development, and decision-making.