Unsoundly: meaning, definitions and examples

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unsoundly

 

[ ʌnˈsaʊndli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

general use

In a manner that is not based on sound reasoning or principles. It can also refer to actions that lack validity or are flawed in logic.

Synonyms

faultily, illogically, invalidly, irrationally, unreasonably

Examples of usage

  • The argument was presented unsoundly, leading to confusion.
  • She unsoundly made her investment decisions without proper research.
  • The policy was critiqued for being implemented unsoundly.
  • His unsoundly judgment resulted in poor outcomes.
  • The plan was poorly thought out and executed unsoundly.

Translations

Translations of the word "unsoundly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 insensatamente

🇮🇳 अविवेकपूर्ण तरीके से

🇩🇪 unsinnig

🇮🇩 tidak masuk akal

🇺🇦 необґрунтовано

🇵🇱 niesłusznie

🇯🇵 不合理に

🇫🇷 insensément

🇪🇸 irracionalmente

🇹🇷 mantıksız bir şekilde

🇰🇷 비합리적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل غير معقول

🇨🇿 nerozumně

🇸🇰 neprimerane

🇨🇳 不合理地

🇸🇮 nerazumno

🇮🇸 óhugsanlega

🇰🇿 ақылға қонбайтын

🇬🇪 არაცნობიერად

🇦🇿 məntiqsiz şəkildə

🇲🇽 irracionalmente

Word origin

The term 'unsoundly' is derived from the root word 'sound', which originates from the Old English 'sund', meaning healthy or whole. The prefix 'un-' is a common English prefix used to negate the meaning of the word it precedes. When combined, 'unsound' conveys a lack of reliability, health, or validity. Over time, the adverbial form 'unsoundly' emerged to describe actions or thoughts characterized by these attributes. This evolution highlights the linguistic tendency to form adverbs from adjectives, providing a means to describe how an action is performed. In legal and philosophical contexts, the term is often used to critique flawed reasoning or inadequate foundations in arguments or policies, emphasizing the importance of rigorous thought and logical coherence.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,273, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.