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What is another word for Thoughtlessness? – 176 Thoughtlessness Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    carelessness inconsideration recklessness heedlessness negligence irresponsibility inattention thoughtless rashness impulsiveness incautiousness lack of foresight imprudence shortsightedness foolishness mindlessness senselessness absurdity stupidity foolish behavior irrationality unreasonableness impetuousness capriciousness arbitrary behavior frivolity superficiality shallowness frivolousness lack of concern disregard indifference insensitivity callousness unkindness cruelty brutality harshness tactlessness rudeness incivility discourtesy impoliteness

    Meaning of Thoughtlessness

    The primary meaning of the word "thoughtlessness" is the quality of being without consideration or care for others.

    Definitions

    • The state of being without thought or consideration for the needs or feelings of others
    • * A lack of care or attention to the consequences of one's actions
    • * The quality of being inconsiderate or thoughtless in one's words or actions

    Etymology of Thoughtlessness

    The word "thoughtlessness" has its roots in the Old English words "þōht" (thought) and "lēas" (less), with the suffix "-ness" added to form a noun
    The word has been in use since the 15th century to describe a lack of consideration or care for others

    Example Uses

    • The company's thoughtlessness in dismissing the environmental impact of their new project sparked widespread outrage
    • * Her thoughtlessness in forgetting her friend's birthday hurt their relationship
    • * The driver's thoughtlessness in texting while driving put countless lives at risk

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    considerateness thoughtfulness carefulness attentiveness responsibility prudence foresight caution circumspection wisdom intelligence rationality reasonableness kindness compassion empathy sensitivity tact courtesy politeness civility respectfulness attentiveness mindfulness awareness reflection deliberation caution wariness

    Related Nouns

    care concern consideration thought attention awareness mindfulness reflection deliberation caution prudence responsibility foresight wisdom intelligence rationality kindness compassion empathy sensitivity tact courtesy politeness civility respectfulness attentiveness awareness consciousness sentiment feeling emotion attitude behavior action decision choice option alternative

    Related Verbs

    think consider reflect deliberate ponder muse contemplate weigh evaluate assess judge decide choose care concern attend notice observe perceive sense feel empathize sympathize understand appreciate value respect regard esteem admire

    Related Adjectives

    thoughtful considerate careful attentive responsible prudent cautious wise intelligent rational kind compassionate empathetic sensitive tactful courteous polite civil respectful attentive mindful aware conscious sentimental emotional emotionalized feeling sensitive perceptive discerning astute sharp keen alert vigilant watchful