unthinking

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unthinking

Pronunciation

IPA Phonetic Spelling of "unthinking"

IPA: /ʌnˈθɪŋkɪŋ/

Syllable Breakdown:

  • un-

    • /ʌn/

  • think-

    • /θɪŋk/

  • -ing

    • /ɪŋ/

Word Form Variations

  • unthinking is already in its base form, meaning it cannot be further modified to indicate singular or plural, tense, or voice.

    It's a present participle adjective, used to describe something or someone that is not thoughtful or considerate.

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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms

(adjective)

Definition: Not thoughtful or considerate; lacking in thought or reflection.

Synonyms: thoughtless, inconsiderate, heedless, mindless, careless, impulsive

Antonyms: thoughtful, considerate, reflective, mindful, careful, deliberate

Unthinking (noun)

Definition: A person who is not thoughtful or considerate.

Synonyms: thoughtless person, inconsiderate person, heedless person

Antonyms: thoughtful person, considerate person, reflective person

Note: While "unthinking" is primarily used as an adjective, it can also be used as a noun to refer to a person with the described quality.

Examples of Use

In Literature:

  • "He made an unthinking remark that deeply offended her." (Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice)

  • "The unthinking masses were easily swayed by the demagogue's promises." (George Orwell, 1984)

In News Articles:

  • "The unthinking use of plastic bags has led to severe environmental problems." (The Guardian)

  • "The company's unthinking disregard for safety regulations resulted in a devastating accident." (The New York Times)

Online Publications:

  • "Social media can sometimes encourage unthinking behavior and impulsive actions." (The Atlantic)

  • "The unthinking spread of misinformation online can have serious consequences." (The Washington Post)

In Entertainment:

  • "The villain's unthinking cruelty made him a truly despicable character." (Marvel Cinematic Universe)

  • "The protagonist's unthinking actions led to a series of unfortunate events." (Game of Thrones)

In Public Discourse:

  • "We need to address the unthinking consumerism that is driving climate change." (Environmental activist)

  • "The unthinking acceptance of stereotypes can perpetuate harmful biases." (Social justice advocate)

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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Unthinking

  1. "Unthinking respect for authority is the greatest enemy of truth."
    — Albert Einstein

  2. "Fanaticism consists in redoubling your effort when you have forgotten your aim."
    — George Santayana

  3. "The unthinking embrace of irrationality is essentially self-destructive."
    — Isaac Asimov

  4. "Blind belief in authority is the greatest enemy of truth."
    — Albert Einstein

  5. "The most dangerous kind of stupidity is a man convinced of his intelligence without the capacity for critical thinking."
    — Carl Sagan (attributed)

  6. "To be human is to make the familiar strange, the unthinking thoughtful."
    — Philip Rieff

  7. "No man who worships education has got the best out of education... Without a gentle contempt for education, no man's education is complete."
    — G.K. Chesterton

  8. "Unthinking faith is a curious offering to be made to the creator of the human mind."
    — John A. Hutchinson

  9. "Apathy and unthinking obedience are the enemies of progress."
    — Corazon Aquino

  10. "The unthinking embrace of convenience is the enemy of true fulfillment."
    — Jaron Lanier

Etymology

Unthinking is a combination of two words: "un" and "thinking."

  • "Un-" is a prefix that often means "not" or "opposite of." So, "unthinking" means "not thinking."

  • "Thinking" refers to the mental process of considering or reflecting on something.

Therefore, "unthinking" means "not considering or reflecting" or "lacking in thought."

While it's difficult to pinpoint the exact first known use of "unthinking," its meaning and structure suggest it likely came into use during the Middle English period (around the 12th to 15th centuries).

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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Unthinking

Related Phrases:

  • Thoughtless act: A careless or inconsiderate action

  • Impulsive behavior: Actions taken without careful thought or planning

  • Mindless act: An action performed without thinking or consideration

  • Heedless disregard: Ignoring or disregarding something without thinking about the consequences

Idioms with Similar Meanings:

  • Jump to conclusions: To form an opinion without considering all the facts

  • Act on impulse: To do something without thinking about it first

  • Be in a fog: To be confused or not thinking clearly

  • Be out of touch with reality: To be unaware or unconcerned with the real world

  • Live in a bubble: To be isolated from the real world or from other people's problems

These phrases and idioms convey similar meanings to "unthinking" and can be used in contexts where you want to express a lack of thoughtfulness or consideration.

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Source Information

Definition of unthinking from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.

KIRU

KIRU is an American artist, author and entrepreneur based in Brooklyn, New York.

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