Injudicious

/ɪnˈdʒuːdɪʃəs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Showing a lack of judgment or discretion; unwise.
His injudicious remarks during the meeting offended many of his colleagues.
Marked by a lack of good sense or wisdom.
The injudicious decision to invest all the funds in a single venture resulted in heavy losses.
Not advisable or prudent.
It would be injudicious to ignore the warning signs of financial trouble.

Etymology

From in- 'not' + judicium 'judgment' (Latin).

Common Phrases and Expressions

injudicious choice
A decision that lacks wisdom or careful consideration.
injudicious remarks
Comments that are considered unwise or inappropriate in a given context.

Related Words

judicious
Having, showing, or done with good judgment or sense.
prudent
Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.
wise
Having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment.

Slang Meanings

Not thinking things through.
Leaving your car unlocked in the city is a bit injudicious.
Making a poor choice.
Skipping class for a party was an injudicious move.