Definitions

unwise

[uhn-wahyz] / ʌnˈwaɪz /

ADJECTIVE

stupid, irresponsible

Synonyms

STRONGEST

foolhardy foolish ill-advised ill-considered imprudent inappropriate misguided naive reckless silly thoughtless undesirable unfortunate unsound

WEAK

childish immature impolitic improvident inadvisable inane indiscreet inept injudicious rash senseless short-sighted unintelligent witless

Antonyms

STRONGEST

careful cautious discreet prudent sensible serious thoughtful wise

WEAK

responsible sagacious

Example Sentences

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And it would be unwise to rule out McLaren and Red Bull.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

At a certain point, I realized that expecting too much was unwise.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

This is partly because it would be unwise - Russia may be the junior partner, but it's also a proud one.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Now is the time to get it done to protect local franchises from unwise decisions from future administrations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

But it was unwise of them to have forgotten Sir Carados.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White

unwise

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