Definition

The quality of making poor or unwise decisions.

Example

His injudiciousness in spending money led to financial troubles.

Conversation

Did you hear about the decision they made yesterday?

Yeah, it seems like a classic case of injudiciousness.

I totally agree, it could have serious consequences.

Exactly! Sometimes people just don’t think things through.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Injudiciousness → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "judicious" (from Latin "judicium", meaning judgment or discernment) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state of being). The word refers to the state of lacking good judgment or discernment.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') having 'good judgment' ('judicious') — that's why injudiciousness means the state of lacking good judgment.

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