careless
/ˈkɛrləs/
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Type
Adjective
Meaning
Not giving sufficient attention, thought, or effort to avoid errors, damage, or accidents.
He lost his apartment keys again because of a careless mistake.
Are drivers becoming more careless on icy roads during the winter?
Showing a casual lack of concern or effort, often appearing effortless or unstudied.
She tossed her jacket onto the chair with a careless shrug.
His careless grace on the dance floor immediately caught everyone's eye.
Collocations
- careless mistake
- careless error
- careless driving
- careless whisper
- careless remark
- careless attitude
- careless shrug
Synonyms
- negligent
- sloppy
- inattentive
- reckless
- casual
- nonchalant
Antonyms
- careful
- meticulous
- deliberate