adj

inconsiderate

ihn-kuhn-SIH-duh-riht

Inconsiderate (adj) means acting without thinking about how it affects other people. Example: “It was inconsiderate of him to play loud music at midnight.”

adj

Acting without thinking about how it affects other people.

"It was inconsiderate of him to play loud music at midnight."

"She felt hurt by her roommate's inconsiderate habit of never washing the dishes."

How to use inconsiderate

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCareless of other people's feelings or needs; thoughtless.

Common pairings

inconsiderate behaviour thoughtless and inconsiderate inconsiderate of others

Word forms

more inconsiderate comparative, most inconsiderate superlative

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Etymology

From in- ("not") plus considerate.

Rhymes for inconsiderate

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Frequently asked questions

What does “inconsiderate” mean?

The word “inconsiderate” means acting without thinking about how it affects other people. In plain terms, careless of other people's feelings or needs; thoughtless.

How do you pronounce “inconsiderate”?

“Inconsiderate” is pronounced ihn-kuhn-SIH-duh-riht (/ˌɪnkənˈsɪdəɹɪt/ in IPA).

How do you use “inconsiderate” in a sentence?

Here is “inconsiderate” used in a sentence: “It was inconsiderate of him to play loud music at midnight.”

What part of speech is “inconsiderate”?

“Inconsiderate” is an adjective.