impolitic Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective not politic
    • an impolitic approach to a sensitive issue

WordNet

Im*pol"i*tic adjective
Etymology
Pref. im- not + politic; cf. F. impolitique.
Definitions
  1. 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.

Webster 1913