impolicy
- noun
- /ɪmˈpɒlɪsi/
- Archaic
- His decision to invest all the money in one stock was an impolicy that cost him dearly.
Examples
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She later regretted her impolicy of speaking without thinking at the meeting.
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The manager's impolicy in handling the complaint led to further dissatisfaction among customers.
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That was a major impolicy on their part!
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His impolicy was shocking!
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His decision to invest all his savings in one venture was an impolicy that resulted in significant losses.
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The impolicy of refusing to collaborate with the team led to missed opportunities and misunderstandings.
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Her impolicy in making promises she couldn't keep damaged her reputation among her peers.
Synonyms
A failure to be careful or to use good judgment when making choices
A stupid action or remark
Lack of good judgment that causes unwise actions
A habit of saying secrets or acting without thinking
A lack of planning ahead, especially with money or resources
Antonyms
How Wise
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Impolicy comes from the parts im- ('not') and policy ('wise plan' or 'good judgment'), so an impolicy is an unwise action or decision that shows a lack of tact or care.