careless
/ˈkɛərləs/adjective★Intermediate
formal
Showing or feeling no care or attention; inattentive
A careless mistake cost them the game.
An error due to lack of attention
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Often implies a lack of thought for others or for consequences
informal
Done without care or thought; haphazard
He has a careless attitude towards his studies.
He doesn't pay much attention to his schoolwork
Collocations
careless drivingdriving without attention or carea careless remarka comment made without thinking
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💡Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Often used in contexts where lack of attention has negative implications
📖Word Origin
From 'care' (concern) + '-less' (without), Old English and Germanic roots
📝Usage Notes
Used to describe actions or people lacking attention or concern for consequences
Word Breakdown
care
concern or worry
root-less
without
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