Definition

The most lacking in good judgment or wisdom; the least wise.

Example

His unwisest decision was to ignore the advice of his friends.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I think trying to change majors last minute is one of the unwisest decisions you can make.

Yeah, that's definitely risky. It could really set you back.

Exactly! I just don’t want to see anyone regret their choices later.

Me too, it's better to think things through before jumping in.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unwisest → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "wise" (from Old English "wīs", meaning having knowledge or good judgment) and "-est" (a superlative suffix indicating the highest degree). The word "unwisest" means the most lacking in wisdom or the least wise.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not wise' ('un-') and 'wise' ('wīs') to remember that 'unwisest' means the most lacking in wisdom.

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