careless judgment
/kɛrˈlɛs ˈdʒʌdɡmənt/ · car.less.judg.ment
noun
- A thoughtless or reckless decision-making process. The careless judgment of the investor led to a significant financial loss.
- A lack of consideration or attention to detail in evaluating a situation. The careless judgment of the doctor resulted in a misdiagnosis.
Synonyms
reckless decisionthoughtless choiceimpulsive actionhasty judgmentinconsiderate evaluationunwise decisionirresponsible behaviornegligent oversight
Antonyms
Did you know? The phrase 'careless judgment' is often used in legal and business contexts to describe a decision that results in significant consequences, such as financial losses or reputational damage.