unadvised
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C1
/ˌʌnədˈvaɪzd/
lacking guidance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unadvised' originates from Middle English, specifically the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'advised,' which comes from the Old French 'aviser,' meaning 'to consider.'
Historical Evolution
'aviser' transformed into the English word 'advise,' and with the prefix 'un-' added, it became 'unadvised.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not considered or thought through,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/03/21 06:20
