Definitions
- Describing a reckless or careless action that lacks consideration for consequences. - Referring to a deliberate and unprovoked action that causes harm or damage. - Talking about a person who is immoral, promiscuous, or indulgent in their behavior.
- Describing an action or behavior that is not justified or supported by evidence or reason. - Referring to a statement or accusation that is baseless or unfounded. - Talking about a situation where someone is blamed or criticized without cause or justification.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe actions or behaviors that are not justified or reasonable.
- 2Both words have negative connotations.
- 3Both words can be used to criticize someone's behavior or actions.
- 4Both words imply a lack of justification or support for the action or behavior.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Wanton is more specific and refers to reckless or immoral behavior, while unwarranted can refer to any action or behavior that lacks justification.
- 2Intention: Wanton implies a deliberate and intentional action, while unwarranted can be unintentional or accidental.
- 3Severity: Wanton implies a more severe or extreme lack of justification or reason than unwarranted.
- 4Usage: Wanton is more commonly used to describe actions or behaviors, while unwarranted is more commonly used to describe statements or accusations.
- 5Connotation: Wanton has a stronger negative connotation and implies immorality or recklessness, while unwarranted is more neutral and simply implies a lack of justification.
Remember this!
Wanton and unwarranted are synonyms that describe actions or behaviors that lack justification or reason. However, wanton specifically refers to reckless or immoral behavior, while unwarranted can refer to any action or behavior that lacks justification. Additionally, wanton implies a deliberate and intentional action, while unwarranted can be unintentional or accidental.
