mindlessly
[/ˈmaɪndləsli/]
adverb
mecanicamente
1. in a way that shows a lack of thought or awareness; without using one's mind or judgment
He mindlessly scrolled through social media for hours.
Ele rolava mecanicamente pelas redes sociais por horas.
2. performed automatically or habitually without conscious consideration
She mindlessly chewed gum during the meeting.
Ela mastigava chiclete mecanicamente durante a reunião.
3. without intelligence or understanding; foolishly
The crowd mindlessly followed the trend without questioning it.
A multidão seguia mecanicamente a tendência sem questionar.
This adverb is frequently used in modern discourse about digital habits and mental health, particularly when discussing screen time and social media consumption in both American and Brazilian contexts. It reflects contemporary concerns about attention and mindfulness in increasingly digital societies.
NYC Slang
without thinking; on autopilot
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