Impolitic
(adjective)
Not wise or shrewd in terms of politics or diplomacy; not tactful; not prudent.
Origin:
Impolitic is derived from the word "policy" which means "a course of action or conduct adopted by a government, business, or individual.".
Examples:
- His impolitic remark caused a diplomatic incident.
- Her impolitic move caused her to lose the support of her party.
- The impolitic decision made by the government was criticized by the public.
- The impolitic behavior was not appropriate for a public figure.
- The impolitic move cost the company a major contract.