Definition

Not showing good judgment or sense; lacking wisdom.

Example

His decision to invest in that failing company was unwiser than I expected.

Conversation

I think skipping your classes is becoming unwiser each week.

Yeah, I know, but it feels like there's too much going on.

It's just that missing those lectures will make it harder later.

True, I need to find a better balance, or I'll regret it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unwiser → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "wise" (from Old English "wīs", meaning having knowledge or good judgment). The word "unwiser" means not having wisdom or being less wise than before.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'wise' — this helps you remember that 'unwiser' means lacking wisdom.

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