skødesløs — meaning in English
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English meaning
- careless adjective Not paying enough attention, so that mistakes or accidents happen.
- nonchalant adjective Calm, relaxed, and seemingly unbothered by something that might normally cause concern.
- perfunctory adj Done only or merely to conform to a minimal standard or to fulfill a protocol or presumptive duty.
- reckless adj Acting without thinking about danger or consequences; carelessly rash.
- wanton adj Deliberately careless or cruel, showing no regard for consequences or morality.
Senses
skødesløs is used for these senses in English:
- careless Not giving sufficient attention or thought, especially concerning the avoidance of harm or mistakes. [from 16thc.]
- nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed.
- perfunctory Performed in a careless or indifferent manner as a thing of rote.
- reckless Careless or heedless; headstrong or rash.
- wanton (obsolete) Playful, sportive; merry or carefree.