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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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

The word “nostalgia” first emerged to describe what doctors back then considered a malady, thinking it unwise to long for the past.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

However, moving is expensive, and it would be unwise to paint or make other permanent changes that will add to the already pricey experience of moving from one apartment to another.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

It would be unwise to bet against events spiralling out of control.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

“While I thought that the oath was an extremely unwise policy, the extent of my protest against it was to sign it on the last possible day,” he explained in his memoirs.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik

unwise

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