as in rude
showing a lack of manners or consideration for others
she was inconsiderate by nature, never bothering to hold the door for the next person
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as in disrespect
rude behavior
fortunately, the inconsideration and self-centeredness of toddlers is eventually outgrown
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Recent Examples of inconsiderate
Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2025
While her neighbor accused her of being inconsiderate, online reactions overwhelmingly supported her right to protect her property.
—Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025
In many Western cultures, guests wearing white to a wedding may be interpreted as rude or inconsiderate because it can be seen as competing with or taking attention away from the bride, who traditionally stands out wearing white to mark her special status.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 30 June 2025
These people are totally inconsiderate scummy individuals.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
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Adjective
Taking too many is poor etiquette and inconsiderate to other shoppers.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2025
While her neighbor accused her of being inconsiderate, online reactions overwhelmingly supported her right to protect her property.
—Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025
In many Western cultures, guests wearing white to a wedding may be interpreted as rude or inconsiderate because it can be seen as competing with or taking attention away from the bride, who traditionally stands out wearing white to mark her special status.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 30 June 2025
These people are totally inconsiderate scummy individuals.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconsiderate
Adjective
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Think scarf head coverings for women in Catholic churches, shoe removal for all to enter a mosque, yarmulkes required for men in synagogues, but also pay attention to the cultural norms away from houses of worship and behave accordingly to avoid being considered a rude American.—
Jenny Peters,
Oc Register,
4 Aug. 2025
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The Reddit community nearly unanimously branded the boyfriend as rude and tone-deaf.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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On the show, the long-time parenting expert helped families address issues like lack of discipline, controlling behavior, sleep separation, disrespect and communication.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images Ahead of training camp and preseason action, LaFleur has received major disrespect.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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In the days depicted in One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, thoughtless incarceration of the mentally ill was too common.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 July 2025
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Even the most robust firewalls can be rendered ineffective with a single thoughtless click.—
Stu Sjouwerman,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
Noun
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There are times when what appears to be rudeness or laziness could stem from personal struggles or stress.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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That rudeness did not go unnoticed, and on Swag, Justin is still airing out their arguments.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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In 2014, he was found to have been discourteous and used force.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2025
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In 2015, he was again alleged to be discourteous.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Inconsiderate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconsiderate. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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