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unthinking

[/ʌnˈθɪŋkɪŋ/]
adjective
irrefletido
1. done or acting without thought or consideration; automatic or mechanical
He made an unthinking remark that hurt her feelings.
Ele fez um comentário irrefletido que magoou os sentimentos dela.
2. lacking the capacity or habit of thinking; thoughtless
Unthinking behavior can lead to serious consequences.
Um comportamento irrefletido pode levar a consequências sérias.
3. not showing consideration for others; careless
It was unthinking of him to leave without saying goodbye.
Foi desatencioso da parte dele sair sem se despedir.
Synonyms
thoughtlesscarelessinconsideratemechanicalautomaticunreflective
Antonyms
thoughtfulconsideratedeliberatemindfulconscious

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
irrefletido
most common usage
General Brazilian
desatencioso
emphasizes lack of consideration
Portugal
irrefletido
standard usage
Portugal
inconsciente
alternative form emphasizing lack of awareness

Related Idioms & Phrases

act without thinking
speak without thinking
unthinking response
unthinking act of kindness
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