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carelessly Synonyms

Another word for carelessly

Choosing another word for carelessly depends on context, so the 17 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
negligently
recklessly
heedlessly
thoughtlessly
Strong
sloppily
inattentively
haphazardly
imprudently
unmindfully
irresponsibly

• adverb (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
casually
nonchalantly
Strong
offhandedly
effortlessly
unconcernedly
lightly
breezily

Opposites of carelessly

The opposite of carelessly shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

carefully
cautiously
attentively
anxiously
meticulously
mindfully
prudently
stiffly
See all opposites of carelessly

• Nearby Words

caregiver
caregiving
careless
carelessly
carelessness
careline
carer

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Carelessly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/carelessly
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