kritiklose

Kritiklose is a German adjective meaning "free from criticism" or "without critical examination." It is formed from the noun Kritik (criticism) and the suffix -los (without). The feminine form kritiklose is used before feminine nouns, for example in "eine kritiklose Haltung" or "eine kritiklose Berichterstattung." The term can also appear in nominalized form as die Kritiklosigkeit.

In usage, kritiklose describes attitudes, texts, or practices that are not subjected to scrutiny or debate, often implying that dissenting voices are excluded or ignored. Because of its evaluative connotation, it is typically found in evaluative or polemical contexts, and its tone can range from neutral description to critique.

Examples include: "Die kritiklose Berichterstattung widerspiegelt eine voreingenommene Perspektive." or "Die kritiklose Zustimmung zu dem Vorschlag zeigt, wie wenig geprüft wurde." Because it is not a standardized term, its interpretation depends on context and speaker intention. Some contexts use it to call for more rigorous examination, while others use it to condemn perceived passivity or uncritical acceptance.

In discussions about media literacy, political argumentation, or organizational culture, kritiklose Haltungen are often contrasted with kritische Analyse and sorgfältige Prüfung, highlighting the value placed on critical engagement.