thoughtless

adjective

thought·​less ˈthȯt-ləs How to pronounce thoughtless (audio)
1
: lacking concern for others : inconsiderate
rude and thoughtless behavior
a thoughtless remark
2
a
: insufficiently alert : careless
b
: reckless, rash
thoughtless actions
3
: devoid of thought : insensate
thoughtlessly adverb
thoughtlessness noun

Examples of thoughtless in a Sentence

a selfish and thoughtless person always making thoughtless comments that hurt other people's feelings
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Word History

First Known Use

1544, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

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The first known use of thoughtless was in 1544

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“Thoughtless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thoughtless. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

thoughtless

adjective
thought·​less ˈthȯt-ləs How to pronounce thoughtless (audio)
1
a
: not careful and alert
b
: done without thinking beforehand
thoughtless actions
2
: lacking concern for others : inconsiderate
a thoughtless remark
thoughtlessly adverb
thoughtlessness noun

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