thoughtless
pronunciation
How to pronounce thoughtless in British English:
UK [ˈθɔ:tləs]
How to pronounce thoughtless in American English:
US [ˈθɔtlɪs]
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- Adjective:
- showing lack of careful thought
- marked by or paying little heed or attention
- without care or thought for others
- (usually followed by `of') without due thought or consideration
Word Origin
- thoughtless (adj.)
- 1610s, "heedless, imprudent," from thought + -less. Meaning "inconsiderate of others" is from 1794. Related: Thoughtlessly; thoughtlessness.
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Example
- 1. Vow to protect yourself from thoughtless , rude , mean or punishing behavior .
- 2. I had to scold vita severely for being so thoughtless .
- 3. Only an idiot would make such a thoughtless remark .
- 4. Not to be thoughtless about the drought .
- 5. It was very thoughtless of you to keep her waiting so long .