as in improper
showing poor judgment especially in personal relationships or social situations
a very sweet girl, but so imprudent that no one trusts her with a secret
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Recent Examples of imprudent
The implication was worrisome: although common sense and careful official planning dictate a process to prevent an imprudent and impulsive president from starting a nuclear war, there is nothing stopping a determined president from overriding it.
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Richard K. Betts, Foreign Affairs, 13 Feb. 2018
Ultimately, trying to peel Russia away from China is both imprudent and wrong.
—Michael McFaul, Foreign Affairs, 4 Apr. 2025
That’s imprudent, because the Arctic’s climate is changing more rapidly than anywhere on Earth.
—Paul Bierman, The Conversation, 19 Feb. 2025
Ultimately, trying to peel Russia away from China is both imprudent and wrong.
—Michael McFaul, Foreign Affairs, 4 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for imprudent
Richard K. Betts, Foreign Affairs, 13 Feb. 2018
Ultimately, trying to peel Russia away from China is both imprudent and wrong.
—Michael McFaul, Foreign Affairs, 4 Apr. 2025
That’s imprudent, because the Arctic’s climate is changing more rapidly than anywhere on Earth.
—Paul Bierman, The Conversation, 19 Feb. 2025
Ultimately, trying to peel Russia away from China is both imprudent and wrong.
—Michael McFaul, Foreign Affairs, 4 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for imprudent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imprudent
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Before then, an officer could only cite you for using your phone after you had been pulled over for another offense, such as speeding or an improper lane change.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
20 June 2025
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In 2023, auditors found A1’s Frederick County branch engaged in improper scheduling and monitoring.—
Glynis Kazanjian,
Baltimore Sun,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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Walking the Talk as a Role Model Too many leaders assume organizational rules don't apply to them, creating double standards and rationalizing inappropriate behavior.—
Joseph Folkman,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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There was always an inappropriate something happening.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
26 June 2025
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So maybe use the feelings aroused by your sister-in-law’s thoughtless, certainly injudicious, possibly naughty remark as an opportunity to rise above.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
22 Oct. 2024
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What The Meng Episode Means (1): Is Huawei A Tool of The CCP? Meng’s release, and injudicious remarks, do not bode well for Huawei.—
George Calhoun,
Forbes,
27 Sep. 2021
Adjective
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One of the lessons from Denver’s last two playoff runs should be that while Aaron Gordon is perfectly capable of handling those minutes at center, overextending him is unwise.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
30 May 2025
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In fact, without unwise government interference, that type of insurance would have evolved naturally through free market competition.—
John C. Goodman,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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The driver was cited for careless driving causing bodily injury, which is a misdemeanor traffic offense, according to state law.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
4 June 2025
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Carlos Guillermo Alonso, 79, the alleged operator of the boat that struck the teen, has been charged with two misdemeanors for careless operation of a vessel, according to the FWC.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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Cover-ups are inadvisable, however well meant, because the erosion of trust only compounds.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
20 May 2025
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Though magnesium hydroxide is a safe choice to treat temporary constipation symptoms, using too much of it is inadvisable.—
Alex Yampolsky,
Verywell Health,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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Mexican men were dismissed as violent Panchos and stupid Pedros.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2025
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There’s more stupid romance around harder substances but few chemicals are more hazardous to ambition than THC.—
Benjamin Hale
June 23,
Literary Hub,
23 June 2025
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Hegseth’s indiscreet texts also pose serious intelligence risks.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
27 Mar. 2025
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If this text had been received by someone hostile to American interests—or someone merely indiscreet, and with access to social media—the Houthis would have had time to prepare for what was meant to be a surprise attack on their strongholds.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Imprudent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imprudent. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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