Imprudent

usgb/ɪmˈpruːdnt/
adjective

Not careful or not taking care to avoid harm or inconvenience.

It would be imprudent to leave your bag unattended here.
Visual representation of "imprudent" - Not careful or not taking care to avoid harm or inconvenience.

Often appears as...

  • imprudent decision
  • imprudent behavior

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Disapproving

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Negative Connotation

Imprudent implies a judgement of someone's actions as negative because they lack careful thought.

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His imprudent remarks about the boss's strategy could get him in trouble.
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Risk of Harm

Use 'imprudent' to suggest that an action could likely lead to harm or a bad outcome.

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Driving without a seatbelt is an imprudent choice.
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Lack of Planning

'Imprudent' can describe actions done without planning ahead or considering the consequences.

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Buying a car without a job was an imprudent decision.
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