mindless

adjective

ˈmīn(d)-ləs How to pronounce mindless (audio)
Definition of mindlessnext
1
as in stupid
not having or showing an ability to absorb ideas readily a dead-end job fit only for mindless drones

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2
as in careless
not paying or showing close attention especially for the purpose of avoiding trouble mindless of danger, the foolhardy skiers ignored the avalanche warnings

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Recent Examples of mindless This is a snack for people who aren’t looking for mindless crunching and munching. — Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026 But mindless problem-solving with an AI bandage will not create truly distinctive, or even truly innovative, organizations. — Robbie Morrison, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026 Logan wields unbreakable, atomically sharp adamantium claws, yet enemies feel like bloated punching bags that require mindless button-mashing to stagger. — Gabriel Zamora, PC Magazine, 10 Sep. 2026 Both of these handiwork hobbies are ideal for those looking for a mindless activity to enjoy while watching their favorite guilty-pleasure show. — Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mindless
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mindless
  1. stupid
  2. careless
  3. dumb
  4. unsafe
  5. slow
  6. reckless
  7. simple
  8. thick
Adjective
  • As stupid and trad as the wife-in-the-kitchen expectation is, that’s just a surface issue.
    — Emma Sharpe, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Billionaires presumably didn't become billionaires by being stupid, and only the supremely stupid could fail to see what's coming in California.
    — Bradley Gitz, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of stupid
Adjective
  • The driver, whose identity was not disclosed, was cited for careless driving, according to the news station.
    — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Josh Hoover may have been a bit careless, but every game TCU has played this season is another painful example how badly both his old school, and coach, miss him.
    — Mac Engel October 14, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of careless
Adjective
  • Then the reviews, of course, completely dismissed me as being like some old dumb blonde thing.
    — CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Basically all that's left for the dumb human to do when using the all-new Arrowmax Arrowspace S1 electric smart driver is dropping the bit in the tip and holding the driver steady – the S1 takes care of everything else.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of dumb
Adjective
  • Teams need visibility into agent behavior to investigate failures, roll back changes and stop unsafe execution.
    — Lakshmanan Alagappan, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Turns out, the missing piece was a red tag deeming it unsafe for occupancy.
    — Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of unsafe
Adjective
  • Stuttering drum patterns and elastic basslines rub up against glossy keyboards and slow piano chords, blending early 2000s sounds with the futuristic sensuality of Kelela.
    — Precious Fondren, Pitchfork, 6 Nov. 2026
  • On the earnings growth front, while emerging markets on average are expected to deliver a 45% improvement, India's forecast is much slower at 11%, as per Bernstein.
    — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of slow
Adjective
  • The first and most urgent task will be ending the Iran war, a reckless and unpopular conflict that has become even less popular as Americans have felt its effects on their wallets.
    — MATTHEW DUSS, Foreign Affairs, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Barnett is charged with second-degree arson, involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the case.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of reckless
Adjective
  • Cutforth found a wide-open Riley with a simple swing pass out to the left, giving the junior running back plenty of space to showcase his speed and beat several Rams defensive backs to find the end zone.
    — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Made of large, rigid plastic panels, Hardig’s invention was designed to be weather- and insect-proof, simple to clean and maintain, and lightweight and easy to move.
    — Sarah Kuta, Popular Science, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of simple
Adjective
  • Aside from an occasional shuffle or snuffle from my fellow campers, the night was draped in a thick blanket of stress-shrinking quiet.
    — Heather Richardson, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The jet slammed nose-first like a missile into a busy Palm Beach County road, before erupting into flames and sending thick black smoke into the sky, dashcam video shows.
    — Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of thick

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“Mindless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mindless. Accessed 10 Nov. 2026.

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