unintelligently
Definition
- Adverb:
- In a manner that lacks intelligence, understanding, or good judgment: Performing an action without thought, reason, or mental acuity. It describes behavior that is not smart, sensible, or well-considered.
Usage
The adverb "unintelligently" is used to modify a verb, describing how an action is performed. It indicates that the action was done in a foolish, thoughtless, or irrational way. It is the opposite of acting "intelligently" or "wisely."
Examples
- Adverb:
- He spent his savings unintelligently on frivolous items. (This describes how he spent the money—without good sense.)
- The manager responded unintelligently to the customer's complaint, making the situation worse.
- She argued her point unintelligently, failing to provide any supporting evidence.
Advanced Usage
- "To act unintelligently": A common collocation meaning to behave in a foolish or unwise manner.
- Despite having all the necessary information, the committee acted unintelligently and rejected the proposal.
Variants and Related Words
- Unintelligent (adjective): Lacking intelligence.
- It was an unintelligent decision to drive in such a severe storm.
- Intelligently (adverb): (Antonym) In a smart, thoughtful, and effective manner.
- She intelligently invested the money for long-term growth.
Synonyms
- Foolishly: In a silly or unwise manner.
- Stupidly: In a manner showing a lack of intelligence or common sense.
- Senselessly: In a way that lacks purpose, reason, or good judgment.
- Irrationally: In a manner not based on reason or logic.
Antonyms
- Intelligently
- Wisely
- Sensibly
- Judiciously
- Astutely
Adverb
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in an unintelligent manner
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he acted rather unintelligently in this crisis
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