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unreflective

[/ˌʌnrɪˈflɛktɪv/]
adjective
irreflexivo
1. not involving or characterized by reflection or deep thought; acting without considering consequences
His unreflective comments often hurt people's feelings.
Seus comentários irreflexivos frequentemente machucavam os sentimentos das pessoas.
2. not showing signs of careful consideration; impulsive or automatic
She made an unreflective decision to quit her job.
Ela tomou uma decisão irreflexiva de deixar seu emprego.
Synonyms
thoughtlessunreasoningimpulsiveautomaticunthinkinghastycareless
Antonyms
reflectivethoughtfulcontemplativedeliberatecarefulmeasured

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
irreflexivo
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
irreflexivo
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
irreflexivo
standard usage
Portugal
irreflectido
alternative European Portuguese form

Related Idioms & Phrases

act without thinking
speak without reflection
jump to conclusions
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