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unwise

Definition: not wise or prudent; lacking good judgment or foresight

Parts of Speech:

• Adjective: The term "unwise" is most commonly used as an adjective.
• Noun (Rare): In rare instances, "unwise" can be used as a noun to refer to a person who lacks wisdom.

Senses and Usages:

1. Lacking wisdom:

Using unwise strategies may lead to undesirable outcomes.

It would be unwise to invest all your money in a single stock.

2. Imprudent:

It's unwise to drive without a seatbelt.

Leaving your belongings unattended in a busy area is an unwise decision.

3. Foolish:

It was unwise of him to ignore the expert's advice.

Purchasing unnecessary items during a financial crisis is an unwise choice.

Sample Sentences:

• Her unwise decision to quit her stable job without having another lined up led to financial struggles.
• It is unwise to believe everything you read on the internet.
• Despite his immense talent, his unwise lifestyle choices hindered his success.

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