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unwisely

Pronunciation: [ʌnˈwaɪzli]

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Learn how to use unwisely in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “decision-making”

(adverb) when someone makes choices that are not smart or sensible. If a person acts unwisely, they are not thinking carefully about what they are doing. This can lead to problems or mistakes.

Example

She unwisely spent all her money on things she didn't need.

Example

He did not unwisely throw away his savings; instead, he saved them for important things.

Example

Why did you choose to act unwisely in that situation?

Context: “advice”

(adverb) when advice or warnings are given that are not taken or followed because of a lack of wisdom. If you do something unwisely after being warned, it shows that you did not listen or think things through.

Example

Despite the warning, she unwisely decided to climb the mountain alone.

Example

He wisely decided not to go out during the storm after hearing the news.

Example

Do you think it was unwisely not to listen to her advice?

How to pronounce unwisely

Pronunciation: [ʌnˈwaɪzli]

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