unwisely

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Etymology[edit]

From Middle English vnwysely, vnwisely, vnwyseliche, from Old English unwīslīċe (unwisely, foolish), equivalent to un- +‎ wisely.

Adverb[edit]

unwisely (comparative more unwisely, superlative most unwisely)

  1. In an unwise manner; foolishly.
    • 2024 May 1, Tom Ingall, “Hope springs eternal for better services”, in RAIL, number 1008, page 52:
      The scope of the new upgrade isn't just restricted to the station and junction. It has involved more than simply putting back what was unwisely taken away.

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