uncritical
Americanadjective
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not inclined or able to judge, especially by the application of comparative standards.
an uncritical reader.
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undiscriminating; not applying or not guided by the standards of analysis.
an uncritical estimate; their uncritical acceptance of traditional values.
- Synonyms:
- casual, superficial, shallow
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Yet this uncritical approach comes with upsides, reintroducing an interesting but familiar subject for fresh consideration.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
Discover Magazine’s article about the hatchlings was similarly uncritical, starting with the headline: “Colossal Hatches Healthy Chicks From an Artificial Egg, Setting the Stage for Giant Moa De-Extinction.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026
The show soars because of this deft, intriguing character writing that understands the importance of keeping your enemies close and your uncritical, platonic, just-as-damaged friends closer.
From Salon ● Dec. 11, 2024
But that does not mean most participants will approach St Petersburg with an uncritical mindset - even if diplomatic politeness prevents them from speaking frankly.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2023
But I like him: he’s silent, but also uncritical.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
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