uncritical

adjective

un·​crit·​i·​cal ˌən-ˈkri-ti-kəl How to pronounce uncritical (audio)
1
: not critical : lacking in discrimination
2
: showing lack or improper use of critical standards or procedures
uncritically adverb

Examples of uncritical in a Sentence

The senator's uncritical support for the measure reflects his poor judgment. had an uncritical trust in the nation's leaders
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The news report marked a rare instance of Colvin facing media scrutiny, in contrast to the largely uncritical coverage that has consistently propped him up since When the Game Stands Tall was released. Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 11 Aug. 2025 The board members were uncritical of the mega project and did not discuss project specifics, noting instead that their vote was specific to the negotiation contract. Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2025 At first, the backlash received largely uncritical coverage. Nate Jones, Vulture, 31 July 2025 Avoid both uncritical enthusiasm and reflexive opposition. Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for uncritical

Word History

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of uncritical was in 1659

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“Uncritical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uncritical. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.

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