Basic Details
Word: Thoughtless
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Not thinking carefully about others' feelings; acting without consideration or care.
Synonyms: Reckless, careless, inconsiderate
Antonyms: Thoughtful, considerate, mindful
Idioms and Phrases
- Thoughtless as a rock: Used to describe someone who shows no emotion or consideration. Example: "He was thoughtless as a rock, ignoring her feelings during the argument."
- Put foot in mouth: To say something accidentally that is embarrassing or insensitive. Example: "I really put my foot in my mouth when I forgot her birthday; she was very upset."
Usage Examples
Example 1: His thoughtless behaviour at the party upset many of the guests who had worked hard to organise it.
Example 2: She didn't mean to be rude; her comment just came out in a thoughtless way.
Example 3: The thoughtless act of littering in the park showed a lack of care for the environment.
Fun Fact
The word "thoughtless" comes from the combination of "thought," which means the process of thinking, and the suffix "-less," meaning without. It has been used in English since the 15th century!
Famous Quote
"Never be thoughtless and wasteful in your dealings with others, for you may never have the chance to make it right again."
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "thoughtless" mean?
a) Careful and considerate
b) Not thinking of others
c) Extremely intelligent
d) Always happy
Answer: b) Not thinking of others
2. Which of these is a synonym of "thoughtless"?
a) Mindful
b) Careful
c) Inconsiderate
d) Polite
Answer: c) Inconsiderate
3. Which sentence uses "thoughtless" correctly?
a) She made a thoughtless mistake that hurt her friend's feelings.
b) His thoughtless idea created great joy for everyone.
c) The thoughtless cat chased the laser light.
d) The cookbook was thoughtless and delicious.
Answer: a) She made a thoughtless mistake that hurt her friend's feelings.
4. Which idiom relates to "thoughtless"?
a) Put foot in mouth
b) Head in the clouds
c) Stand tall
d) Beat around the bush
Answer: a) Put foot in mouth
5. What is the opposite of "thoughtless"?
a) Reckless
b) Uncaring
c) Thoughtful
d) Lazy
Answer: c) Thoughtful
