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What is another word for Thoughtless? – 178 Thoughtless Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    careless reckless inconsiderate irresponsible heedless mindless rash impulsive impetuous frivolous indifferent apathetic uncaring unthinking inattentive neglectful remiss lax cavalier dismissive perfunctory cursory superficial shallow insensitive tactless blunt brash boorish crude incautious imprudent foolish silly stupid senseless brainless vacant empty-headed featherbrained scatterbrained flighty frivolous giddy lighthearted nonchalant offhand thought-free unmindful unreflective unreasoning

    Meaning of Thoughtless

    The Oxford English Dictionary defines "thoughtless" as lacking consideration for the needs or feelings of others, or acting without careful thought or attention.

    Definitions

    • Merriam-Webster defines "thoughtless" as lacking in consideration or reflection, or characterized by a lack of careful thought or attention.
    • Cambridge Dictionary defines "thoughtless" as not thinking carefully about the effects of your actions or words on other people.

    Example Uses

    • Her thoughtless comment about his appearance hurt his feelings.
    • It was thoughtless of him to leave the door open in the middle of winter.
    • The company's thoughtless decision to downsize has left many employees without jobs.
    • She made a thoughtless mistake that cost the team the game.
    • He was thoughtless and didn't even bother to call and apologize.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    considerate thoughtful reflective cautious prudent wise sensible reasonable deliberate intentional mindful attentive careful vigilant watchful guarded circumspect discreet tactful diplomatic courteous polite kind compassionate empathetic solicitous concerned conscientious meticulous scrupulous thorough methodical

    Related Nouns

    consideration thought reflection deliberation caution prudence wisdom sensibility reason intention attention care vigilance watchfulness guard discretion tact diplomacy courtesy kindness compassion empathy concern conscientiousness meticulousness scrupulousness thoroughness method

    Related Verbs

    consider think reflect deliberate caution prudence sensitize reason intend attend care watch guard discretion tact diplomacy courtesy kindness compassion empathize concern conscientious meticulous scrupulous thorough methodize ponder muse ruminate contemplate

    Related Adjectives

    considerate thoughtful reflective cautious prudent wise sensible reasonable deliberate intentional mindful attentive careful vigilant watchful guarded circumspect discreet tactful diplomatic courteous kind compassionate empathetic solicitous concerned conscientious meticulous scrupulous thorough methodical rational logical judicious discerning perceptive astute