Unwisely: meaning, definitions and examples

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unwisely

 

[ ʌnˈwaɪzli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

used to describe actions or decisions

In a way that shows poor judgment or lack of wisdom.

Synonyms

foolishly, imprudently, rashly

Examples of usage

  • He unwisely invested all his savings in the risky stock market.
  • She unwisely chose to confront her boss in front of the entire office.
Context #2 | Adverb

used to describe speech or advice

In a manner that lacks wisdom or sound reasoning.

Synonyms

ill-advisedly, incautiously, recklessly

Examples of usage

  • The politician unwisely made disparaging remarks about his opponent during the debate.
  • She unwisely offered unsolicited advice to her friend about her relationship.

Translations

Translations of the word "unwisely" in other languages:

🇵🇹 imprudentemente

🇮🇳 असमझदारी से

🇩🇪 unweise

🇮🇩 dengan tidak bijaksana

🇺🇦 нерозсудливо

🇵🇱 nierozsądnie

🇯🇵 賢明でない方法で

🇫🇷 imprudemment

🇪🇸 imprudentemente

🇹🇷 akılsızca

🇰🇷 현명하지 않게

🇸🇦 بغير حكمة

🇨🇿 nerozumně

🇸🇰 nerozumne

🇨🇳 不明智地

🇸🇮 nerazumno

🇮🇸 óskynsamlega

🇰🇿 ақылсыздықпен

🇬🇪 უგუნურად

🇦🇿 ağılsızca

🇲🇽 imprudentemente

Etymology

The word 'unwisely' is formed by adding the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' to the word 'wisely', which comes from the Old English word 'wīs' meaning 'wise'. The concept of wisdom has been valued in various cultures throughout history, with wisdom being associated with knowledge, experience, and good judgment. The adverb 'unwisely' is commonly used to describe actions, decisions, speech, or advice that lack wisdom or sound reasoning.

See also: unwise, wisdom, wisecrack, wisely.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,526, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.