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What is another word for Unwise? – 134 Unwise Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    foolish imprudent reckless rash thoughtless irresponsible ill-advised inadvisable misguided misinformed uninformed unenlightened senseless impractical ill-considered short-sighted myopic impulsive brash hasty precipitate foolishly bold daring adventurous careless incautious indiscreet unwise silly absurd ludicrous ridiculous preposterous ill-judged misguided misdirected

    Meaning of Unwise

    According to Merriam-Webster, "unwise" means lacking in wisdom or prudence, or not wise or prudent.

    Definitions

    • The Oxford English Dictionary defines "unwise" as foolish or imprudent, or not having or showing wisdom or good judgment.
    • Cambridge Dictionary describes "unwise" as not sensible or wise, or not based on good judgment.

    Example Uses

    • It was unwise of her to quit her job without having another one lined up.
    • He made an unwise investment and lost a lot of money.
    • They thought it would be unwise to travel to the country during the pandemic.
    • The company's unwise decision to downsize led to a significant loss of talent.
    • The politician's unwise comments sparked widespread controversy and criticism.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    wise prudent sensible judicious cautious discreet thoughtful considerate responsible well-advised well-informed enlightened informed practical well-considered far-sighted visionary careful cautious circumspect sage discerning perceptive astute shrewd intelligent

    Related Nouns

    mistake error blunder fault flaw folly foolishness imprudence recklessness rashness thoughtlessness irresponsibility ill-advisedness misjudgment miscalculation misstep misdirection foolishness absurdity silliness ridiculousness carelessness incautiousness indiscretion

    Related Verbs

    misjudge miscalculate blunder err fail falter stumble trip slip make a mistake act foolishly behave recklessly rush into leap into plunge into dive into act impulsively act hastily decide hastily judge hastily

    Related Adjectives

    foolish imprudent reckless rash thoughtless irresponsible ill-advised inadvisable misguided misinformed uninformed unenlightened senseless impractical ill-considered short-sighted myopic impulsive brash hasty precipitate careless incautious indiscreet silly absurd ludicrous ridiculous