Unthinkingly

/ʌnˈθɪŋkɪŋli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a manner that shows a lack of thought or consideration.

She unthinkingly agreed to the proposal without understanding the full implications.

Without deliberation or reflection.

He unthinkingly blurted out the answer in class, not realizing it was supposed to be a secret.

Acting impulsively or recklessly due to a lack of careful thought.

They unthinkingly followed the crowd, leading them into trouble.

Doing something automatically or habitually without evaluating the consequences.

He unthinkingly reached for his phone while driving, endangering himself and others.

Derived from 'un-' meaning not, and 'thinking', from the verb think.

think twice

To consider carefully before making a decision.

act without thinking

To do something spontaneously without consideration.

jump to conclusions

To make assumptions without having all the information.

unthinking

Lacking thought or consideration.

thoughtless

Not considering the needs or feelings of others.

impulsive

Acting or done without forethought.

Without thinking things through.

He spent all his savings unthinkingly on a new car.

Doing things on a whim.

She unthinkingly booked a flight to Vegas.