Uncalculating

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈkælkjʊˌleɪtɪŋ/

Definitions of uncalculating

adjective describing someone who acts without careful consideration or planning

Example Sentences

A1 She made an uncalculating decision without thinking about the consequences.

A2 The puppy's uncalculating behavior often led to mischief.

B1 His uncalculating attitude towards money often left him in financial trouble.

B2 The politician's uncalculating remarks caused a stir among the public.

C1 Despite his uncalculating nature, he was able to make strategic decisions in business.

C2 Her uncalculating approach to life led to unexpected opportunities and adventures.

Examples of uncalculating in a Sentence

formal Her uncalculating approach to decision-making often led to unexpected outcomes.

informal I admire his uncalculating attitude towards life, he just goes with the flow.

slang She's so uncalculating, she just does whatever without thinking about the consequences.

figurative His uncalculating nature is like a breath of fresh air in a world full of overthinkers.

Grammatical Forms of uncalculating

• past tense: uncalculated
• plural: uncalculating
• comparative: more uncalculating
• superlative: most uncalculating
• present tense: uncalculates
• future tense: will uncalculate
• perfect tense: has uncalculated
• continuous tense: is uncalculating
• singular: uncalculating
• positive degree: uncalculating
• infinitive: to uncalculate
• gerund: uncalculating
• participle: uncalculated

Origin and Evolution of uncalculating

First Known Use: 1800 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'uncalculating' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'calculate', which comes from the Latin word 'calculare' meaning 'to reckon'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone who does not calculate or plan in a careful or deliberate manner, the word 'uncalculating' has evolved to also imply spontaneity, lack of foresight, or naivety in decision-making.