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thoughtless behavior

[ˈθɔːtləs bɪˈheɪvjər]
noun phrasepl: thoughtless behaviors
comportamento impensado
1. Actions or conduct that lack consideration, care, or reflection; behavior done without thinking about consequences or others' feelings
His thoughtless behavior at the meeting offended several colleagues.
Seu comportamento impensado na reunião ofendeu vários colegas.
2. Careless or inconsiderate actions that show a lack of concern for others
Leaving the dishes unwashed is thoughtless behavior that affects the whole household.
Deixar os pratos sujos é um comportamento impensado que afeta toda a casa.
NYC Slang
inconsiderate move; that's not cool
Synonyms
inconsiderate behaviorreckless behaviorcareless conductinsensitive behaviornegligent behavior
Antonyms
considerate behaviorthoughtful behaviormindful conductcareful behaviorconscientious behavior

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comportamento impensado
most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
falta de consideração
also used to emphasize lack of care for others
Rio de Janeiro
atitude sem cabeça
colloquial expression meaning headless/careless attitude
Portugal
comportamento descuidado
European Portuguese preference for 'descuidado' (careless)

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak without thinking
act without reflection
put one's foot in one's mouth
not have a clue
act on impulse
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