Unthoughtful: meaning, definitions and examples

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unthoughtful

 

[ ʌnˈθɔːtfʊl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

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.

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Word Description / Examples
unthoughtful

Used to describe someone who fails to consider others' feelings or the consequences of their actions, often unintentionally.

  • She made an unthoughtful comment that hurt her friend's feelings
inconsiderate

Describes someone who is neglectful of other people's needs or feelings, usually implying a lack of manners or respect.

  • It's inconsiderate to play loud music late at night when people are trying to sleep
thoughtless

Used to describe actions or behaviors that show a lack of attention or consideration, especially for others' needs and emotions.

  • His thoughtless remarks have caused a lot of friction in the group
insensitive

Refers to someone who is emotionally unresponsive or indifferent to others' feelings, often in situations requiring empathy.

  • His insensitive joke about the accident upset everyone in the room
selfish

Describes someone who prioritizes their own needs and desires over those of others, usually with a negative connotation.

  • She was being selfish by taking the last slice of cake without offering it to anyone else

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

Etymology

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.

See also: forethought, thoughtful, thoughtfully, thoughtfulness, thoughtless, thoughtlessly, thoughtlessness, thoughts.