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lemfældig — meaning in English

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English meaning

careless adjective Not paying enough attention, so that mistakes or accidents happen.
wanton adj Deliberately careless or cruel, showing no regard for consequences or morality.

Senses

lemfældig is used for these senses in English:

careless Not giving sufficient attention or thought, especially concerning the avoidance of harm or mistakes. [from 16thc.]
wanton (obsolete) Playful, sportive; merry or carefree.

wanton — full definition

adj Deliberately careless or cruel, showing no regard for consequences or morality.
adj (dated) Sexually unrestrained or promiscuous.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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