careless
care·less
adj \-ləs\Definition of CARELESS
1
a : free from care : untroubled <careless days> b : indifferent, unconcerned <careless of the consequences>
2
: not taking care
3
: not showing or receiving care: a : negligent, slovenly <careless writing> b : unstudied, spontaneous <a careless grace> c obsolete : unvalued, disregarded
— care·less·ly adverb
— care·less·ness noun
See Examples of CARELESS
- He is a careless worker.
- She was careless with my things.
- It was a careless mistake.
- a newspaper known for careless reporting
First Known Use of CARELESS
before 12th century
Related to CARELESS
Related Words: bold, impetuous, rash, reckless; inattentive, regardless; blithe, inconsiderate, thoughtless; absentminded, forgetful, unmindful; lax, neglectful, negligent, remiss, slipshod; imprudent, indiscreet, injudicious; inadvertent, unintentional, unplanned
Near Antonyms: attentive, chary, observant, vigilant, watchful; foresighted, forethoughtful, provident; calculating, scheming, shrewd; considerate, thoughtful; ultracareful, ultracautious
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