Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

uncalculating

Adjective
/ʌnˈkæl.kjʊ.leɪ.tɪŋ/
Definition
Not influenced by or concerned with calculation or the consideration of consequences; lacking foresight or the ability to assess situations logically.
Examples
  • His uncalculating approach to life often led him into unpredictable situations.
  • She admired his uncalculating honesty, preferring sincerity over strategy.
  • In an uncalculating moment, he made a generous offer that took everyone by surprise.
Meaning
Describing someone who does not think about future outcomes or implications. An uncalculating person acts on impulse or feeling rather than on careful reasoning.
Synonyms
  • Impulsive
  • Naive
  • Innocent
  • Unthinking
  • Spontaneous