carelessly
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for carelessly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adverb — Without proper attention or caution.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use carelessly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tossed carelessly
spoke carelessly
Etymology
From careless + -ly.
Full origin of carelessly →Frequently asked questions
What does “carelessly” mean?
The word “carelessly” means without proper attention or caution. In plain terms, doing something in a sloppy or inattentive way.
How do you pronounce “carelessly”?
“Carelessly” is pronounced KEH-uh-luhs-lee (/ˈkɛɹləsli/ in IPA).
How do you use “carelessly” in a sentence?
Here is “carelessly” used in a sentence: “He tossed the papers carelessly onto the desk.”
What part of speech is “carelessly”?
“Carelessly” is an adverb.