Definitions for: Impolitic


[adj] not politic; "an impolitic approach to a sensitive issue"



Webster (1913) Definition: Im*pol"i*tic, a. [Pref. im- not + politic; cf. F.
impolitique.]
Not politic; contrary to, or wanting in, policy; unwise;
imprudent; indiscreet; inexpedient; as, an impolitic ruler,
law, or measure.

The most unjust and impolitic of all things, unequal
taxation. --Burke.

Syn: Indiscreet; inexpedient; undiplomatic.

Synonyms: inexpedient, tactless, undiplomatic, unwise

Antonyms: politic

See Also: foolish

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