Basic Details
Word: Unwise
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Not showing good judgement; making poor decisions.
Synonyms: Foolish, imprudent, rash
Antonyms: Wise, sensible, prudent
Idioms and Phrases
- Jump in with both feet: To commit to something without thinking it through. Example: "He jumped in with both feet and made an unwise investment."
- Not the brightest bulb in the box: Used to describe someone who doesn't make smart choices. Example: "She was not the brightest bulb in the box when she decided to skip breakfast before the exam."
Usage Examples
Example 1: It was unwise of him to ignore the teacher's advice about studying for the test.
Example 2: Making an unwise choice can sometimes lead to regrettable consequences.
Example 3: They took an unwise shortcut through the dark alley and ended up lost.
Fun Fact
The word "unwise" is derived from the Old English word "wis," which means "knowledge" or "understanding." The prefix "un-" means "not," so "unwise" literally means "not knowledgeable." This reflects how the word describes choices that lack good judgement.
Famous Quote
"It is unwise to be too sure of one's own wisdom." Mahatma Gandhi
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "unwise" mean?
a) Showing good judgement
b) Not showing good judgement
c) A wise person
d) Very careful
Answer: b) Not showing good judgement
2. Which of these is a synonym of "unwise"?
a) Sensible
b) Foolish
c) Prudent
d) Wise
Answer: b) Foolish
3. Which of these is an antonym of "unwise"?
a) Rash
b) Imprudent
c) Prudence
d) Wise
Answer: d) Wise
4. Which sentence uses "unwise" correctly?
a) It was unwise to plan a picnic on a rainy day.
b) The unwise cat jumped into the swimming pool.
c) He made an unwise decision to set the alarm for 5 AM every day.
d) The unwise rain fell quietly outside.
Answer: a) It was unwise to plan a picnic on a rainy day.
5. Which idiom means someone is making unwise decisions?
a) Jump in with both feet
b) As sharp as a needle
c) Like a fish out of water
d) Light as a feather
Answer: a) Jump in with both feet
