carelessness
1 antonyms and opposites of carelessness, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A lack of proper attention or caution.
Antonyms
How to use carelessness
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sheer carelessness
a moment of carelessness
Etymology
From careless + -ness.
Full origin of carelessness →Frequently asked questions
What does “carelessness” mean?
The word “carelessness” means a lack of proper attention or caution. In plain terms, the quality of not paying enough attention, often leading to mistakes.
How do you pronounce “carelessness”?
“Carelessness” is pronounced KEH-uh-luhs-nuhs (/ˈkɛɹləsnəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “carelessness” in a sentence?
Here is “carelessness” used in a sentence: “The accident was caused by pure carelessness.”
What is the opposite of “carelessness”?
The opposite of “carelessness” — its antonyms — is carefulness.
What part of speech is “carelessness”?
“Carelessness” is a noun.