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What is another word for Mindless? – 139 Mindless Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    thoughtless careless reckless irresponsible foolish silly absurd ridiculous senseless pointless meaningless aimless purposeless brainless idiotic moronic foolish irrational unreasonable illogical unthinking inconsiderate incautious imprudent rash impulsive frivolous vacuous empty-headed dim-witted stupid obtuse insensitive unfeeling indifferent apathetic lethargic sluggish inactive inert

    Meaning of Mindless

    The primary meaning of the word "mindless" refers to a lack of thought, consideration, or intelligence in something or someone.

    Definitions

    • Lacking the ability to think or reason
    • Having or showing no concern or interest
    • Done without much thought or consideration
    • Lacking intelligence or common sense

    Etymology of Mindless

    The word "mindless" originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the Old English word "mind" (meaning "thought" or " intention") and the suffix "-less" (indicating a lack or absence of something)
    Historically, the term has been used to describe actions, behaviors, or individuals that lack thought, consideration, or intelligence

    Example Uses

    • The mindless violence in the film was disturbing to watch
    • She made a mindless decision to quit her job without thinking about the consequences
    • The mindless chatter of the crowd made it difficult to concentrate

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    thoughtful considerate responsible intelligent rational reasonable logical cautious prudent deliberate intentional purposeful meaningful sensible wise discerning perceptive astute shrewd clever bright intelligent ingenious creative

    Related Nouns

    intelligence thought consideration reason rationality logic sense wisdom discernment perception astuteness shrewdness cleverness brightness ingenuity creativity mindfulness awareness attention concern interest enthusiasm passion

    Related Verbs

    think reason consider ponder reflect deliberate intend mean plan devise contrive invent create conceive design contemplate meditate muse ruminate cogitate intellectualize rationalize

    Related Adjectives

    thoughtful considerate responsible intelligent rational reasonable logical cautious prudent deliberate intentional purposeful meaningful sensible wise discerning perceptive astute shrewd clever bright ingenious creative mindful aware attentive concerned interested enthusiastic passionate