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carelessly

/ˈkɛr.ləs.li/
care · less · ly
Adjective:careless
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• adverb

1

In a casual or reckless way; without giving sufficient attention or thought to avoiding harm or errors.

Example

"He tossed his keys carelessly onto the counter, where they slid off and hit the floor."

2

In an effortless, natural, or unstudied manner; without showing concern or anxiety.

Example

"A silk scarf was draped carelessly around her shoulders as she walked through the gallery."

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• Rhymes for carelessly

• Nearby Words

caregiver
caregiving
careless
carelessly
carelessness
careline
carer

Word Origin & Etymology

Recorded since Old English as carleaslice, formed from the adjective careless (from Old English carleas, meaning 'free from anxiety' or 'unconcerned') and the adverbial suffix -ly.

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