Meaning & Definition of Thoughtless in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Characterized by a lack of consideration or regard for others.

  Example Sentence: His thoughtless comments hurt her feelings.

• Definition: Done without thinking or consideration of the consequences.

  Example Sentence: It was a thoughtless mistake that cost them the game.

• Definition: Carelessly inconsiderate; not mindful of the effects of one's actions.

  Example Sentence: The thoughtless disregard for the rules led to chaos.

Etymology

Origin: Combining 'thought' and the suffix '-less' to imply a lack of thought.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• thoughtless act: An action done without regard for its effects on others.
• thoughtless behavior: Conduct that shows a lack of concern for others.

Translations

• Spanish: desconsiderado

• French: insouciant

• German: umsichtig

• Russian: бестактный

Related Words

• considerate: Showing careful thought and concern for others.

• careless: Lacking attention or concern; negligent.

Slang Meanings of thoughtless

• Meaning: Dumb move

  Example Sentence: That was a total dumb move to ignore her message.

• Meaning: Space cadet

  Example Sentence: He's such a space cadet for forgetting her birthday.