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thoughtless response

[ˈθɔːtləs rɪˈspɒns]
noun phrasepl: thoughtless responses
resposta irreflexiva
1. A reply or answer given without careful consideration, reflection, or regard for consequences or feelings of others
His thoughtless response to her concerns hurt her deeply.
Sua resposta irreflexiva às preocupações dela a machucou profundamente.
2. An automatic or careless reply made without thinking about appropriateness or impact
The politician's thoughtless response to the scandal created more controversy.
A resposta descuidada do político ao escândalo criou mais controvérsia.
NYC Slang
off-the-cuff remark / shoot from the hip
Synonyms
careless responseinconsiderate replyrash answerimpulsive responseunthinking reply
Antonyms
thoughtful responseconsiderate replydeliberate answermeasured responsereflective reply

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta irreflexiva
Most common usage in Brazil
Brazil
resposta descuidada
Alternative term emphasizing carelessness
Portugal
resposta impensada
Common in European Portuguese
Portugal
resposta desatenta
Alternative term emphasizing lack of attention

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak without thinking
put one's foot in one's mouth
knee-jerk reaction
without a second thought
act before thinking
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