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inconsideration (n.)

1520s, "indiscretion, rashness, failure to consider," from Late Latin inconsiderationem (nominative inconsideratio) "inconsiderateness," from Latin inconsideratus "headstrong, thoughtless" (see inconsiderate).

Entries linking to inconsideration

inconsiderate (adj.)
late 15c., "done thoughtlessly, heedless, careless, indiscreet," from Latin inconsideratus "headstrong, unadvised," of persons, "thoughtless," literally "not properly considered," from in- "not, opposite of" (see in- (1)) + consideratus (see consider). Sense of "without regard for the feelings of others" is from 1842. Related: Inconsiderately.
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Definitions of inconsideration

inconsideration (n.)
the quality of failing to be considerate of others;
Synonyms: inconsiderateness / thoughtlessness
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Dictionary entries near inconsideration

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inconsistency

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inconstance

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