inconsiderate
|in-con-sid-er-ate|
B2
/ˌɪnkənˈsɪdərət/
lacking consideration
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inconsiderate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inconsideratus,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'consideratus' meant 'considered.'
Historical Evolution
'inconsideratus' transformed into the French word 'inconsidéré,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inconsiderate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not considered,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking concern for others.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking concern for the needs or feelings of others.
It was inconsiderate of him to play loud music late at night.
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