impolitic (Meaning)

Wordnet

impolitic (a)

not politic

Webster

impolitic (a.)

Not politic; contrary to, or wanting in, policy; unwise; imprudent; indiscreet; inexpedient; as, an impolitic ruler, law, or measure.

impolitic Sentence Examples

  1. The politician's impolitic remarks alienated his supporters and damaged his reputation.
  2. The CEO's impolitic decision to lay off employees during an economic downturn provoked public outrage.
  3. The actress made an impolitic joke about the late queen, causing widespread offense.
  4. It was impolitic for the journalist to publish a story critical of the government on the eve of an election.
  5. The teacher's impolitic comments about students' appearance undermined his authority.
  6. The impolitic timing of the announcement led to accusations of political maneuvering.
  7. The company's impolitic advertising campaign generated negative publicity and hurt its brand image.
  8. The diplomat's impolitic remarks during the peace negotiations threatened to derail the process.
  9. The impolitic behavior of the guests at the wedding offended the bride and groom.
  10. The impolitic timing of the release of sensitive information caused a political scandal.

FAQs About the word impolitic

not politicNot politic; contrary to, or wanting in, policy; unwise; imprudent; indiscreet; inexpedient; as, an impolitic ruler, law, or measure.

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The politician's impolitic remarks alienated his supporters and damaged his reputation.

The CEO's impolitic decision to lay off employees during an economic downturn provoked public outrage.

The actress made an impolitic joke about the late queen, causing widespread offense.

It was impolitic for the journalist to publish a story critical of the government on the eve of an election.