Improvident
(adjective)
- Not providing for or thinking about future needs or events; not showing foresight.
- Not taking care of or managing resources or finances wisely.
Origin:
Late 18th century: from french imprudent or latin improvident- "not looking ahead", from in- "not" + provident- "providing".
Examples:
- His improvident spending habits put him into debt.
- The improvident use of resources led to the company's downfall.
- His improvident nature was a source of worry to his family.
- The improvident planning for the event resulted in a lack of chairs.
- The improvident management of the company's finances led to its bankruptcy.