Unthoughtful: meaning, definitions and examples

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unthoughtful

[ ʌnˈθɔːtfʊl ]

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inconsiderate

Lacking consideration or thoughtfulness; not taking into account the feelings or needs of others. It refers to someone who acts without regard for the consequences of their actions.

Synonyms

inconsiderate, insensitive, selfish, thoughtless

Examples of usage

She made an unthoughtful comment that hurt his feelings.
His unthoughtful behavior towards his colleagues caused tension in the office.

Translations

Translations of the word "unthoughtful" in other languages:

🇵🇹 irrefletido

🇮🇳 अविचारित

🇩🇪 unbedacht

🇮🇩 tidak berpikir

🇺🇦 необдуманий

🇵🇱 nierozważny

🇯🇵 軽率な

🇫🇷 irréfléchi

🇪🇸 irreflexivo

🇹🇷 düşüncesiz

🇰🇷 경솔한

🇸🇦 غير مدروس

🇨🇿 neuvážený

🇸🇰 neuvážený

🇨🇳 不假思索的

🇸🇮 nepremišljen

🇮🇸 óhugsandi

🇰🇿 ойланбаған

🇬🇪 გაუფიქრებელი

🇦🇿 düşüncəsiz

🇲🇽 irreflexivo

Word origin

The word 'unthoughtful' is derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the adjective 'thoughtful' meaning 'considerate or thinking of others'. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-18th century. The term has been used to describe individuals who act without consideration for others, often causing hurt or distress.