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- [kair-lis]
- /ˈkɛər lɪs/
- /ˈkeə.ləs/
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- [kair-lis]
- /ˈkɛər lɪs/
Definitions of carelessly word
- adverb carelessly If someone does something carelessly, they do it without much thought or effort. 3
- adjective carelessly not paying enough attention to what one does: a careless typist. 1
- adjective carelessly not exact, accurate, or thorough: careless work. 1
- adjective carelessly done or said heedlessly or negligently; unconsidered: a careless remark. 1
- adjective carelessly not caring or troubling; having no care or concern; unconcerned (usually followed by of, about, or in): careless of the rights of others; careless about one's behavior; careless in speech. 1
- adjective carelessly possessed or caused without effort or art; unstudied: careless beauty. 1
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Origin of carelessly
First appearance:
before 1000 One of the 6% oldest English words
before 1000; Middle English; Old English carlēas. See care, -less
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Parts of speech for Carelessly
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carelessly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for carelessly
adv carelessly
- haphazardly — in a haphazard manner; at random.
- negligently — guilty of or characterized by neglect, as of duty: negligent officials.
- nonchalantly — coolly unconcerned, indifferent, or unexcited; casual: His nonchalant manner infuriated me.
- hastily — moving or acting with haste; speedy; quick; hurried.
- offhandedly — cavalierly, curtly, or brusquely: to reply offhand.
adverb carelessly
- inaccurate — not accurate; incorrect or untrue.
- imprecise — not precise; not exact; vague or ill-defined.
- casually — happening by chance; fortuitous: a casual meeting.
- inconsiderate — without due regard for the rights or feelings of others: It was inconsiderate of him to keep us waiting.
- unthinking — thoughtless; heedless; inconsiderate: an unthinking, tactless person.
adjective carelessly
- hurry-scurry — headlong, disorderly haste; hurry and confusion.
- helter-skelter — in headlong and disorderly haste: The children ran helter-skelter all over the house.
Antonyms for carelessly
adverb carelessly
- carefully — cautious in one's actions: Be careful when you cross the street.
- considerately — showing kindly awareness or regard for another's feelings, circumstances, etc.: a very considerate critic.
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