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unthinking

/ʌnˈθɪŋ.kɪŋ/
un · think · ing

Adverb:unthinkingly
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1

Expressing or doing something without proper thought, care, or consideration for others or the consequences.

Example

"She immediately regretted her unthinking remark when she saw the hurt expression on her friend's face."


2

Lacking the capacity for conscious thought or rational reflection; acting purely on instinct or habit.

Example

"The documentary explored how social media algorithms can encourage unthinking compliance among users."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unthinking. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unthinking
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