as in rude
showing a lack of manners or consideration for others
she was inconsiderate by nature, never bothering to hold the door for the next person
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as in disrespect
rude behavior
fortunately, the inconsideration and self-centeredness of toddlers is eventually outgrown
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Recent Examples of inconsiderate
Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2024
To the consternation of us Colorado natives and those who live in mountain communities, inconsiderate people have spoiled a rite of autumn — leaf peeping.
—Krista Kafer, The Denver Post, 3 Oct. 2024
Often, this resulted in speaking too tersely or bluntly or being perceived as inconsiderate.
—Sohee Jun, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2024
Many people shared the consensus that passengers just need to speak up and not accept such inconsiderate behavior.
—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 8 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
Any other course of action is inconsiderate of the employees and inconvenient for fellow customers.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2024
To the consternation of us Colorado natives and those who live in mountain communities, inconsiderate people have spoiled a rite of autumn — leaf peeping.
—Krista Kafer, The Denver Post, 3 Oct. 2024
Often, this resulted in speaking too tersely or bluntly or being perceived as inconsiderate.
—Sohee Jun, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2024
Many people shared the consensus that passengers just need to speak up and not accept such inconsiderate behavior.
—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 8 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconsiderate
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Was the waiter being rude or was the customer overreacting?Soo Kim, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
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Dropping in on someone with no warning is inconsiderate, bordering on rude.Jeanne Phillips, The Mercury News, 11 Nov. 2024
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The problem isn’t just the vehicle, but the fundamental disrespect.Blair Braverman, Outside Online, 18 Nov. 2024
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Experiencing disrespect, being overlooked, and feeling undervalued.Kevin Kruse, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
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Cash is also seen as thoughtless and low-effort, says Julian Givi, associate professor of marketing at West Virginia University.Allie Volpe, Vox, 19 Nov. 2024
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Oz’s decision to close that sewer door could be chalked down to a terrible mistake, the thoughtless actions of a child.Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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For more info: Colonial Williamsburg Take a virtual tour COMMENTARY: Taking a kinder, gentler tone against the rudeness of politics Civility has been absent from much of this presidential campaign.David Morgan, CBS News, 1 Nov. 2024
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But the rudeness in question didn't occur at that event.Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 26 Oct. 2024
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Repetitive verbal abuse, exploitation, name-calling, physical bullying, and other mean behaviors that repeatedly demean players are not only discourteous and wrong, but also will eventually take a heavy toll on them.Amy Morin, Parents, 25 July 2024
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Santos’ actions violated the city’s Rule and Regulations of the Civil Service Board’s rule regarding discourteous treatment of any member of the public, willful disobedience, and discrediting the city, the letter stated.Theresa Clift, Sacramento Bee, 17 Apr. 2024
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“Inconsiderate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconsiderate. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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