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huolimaton — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • careless adjective Not paying enough attention, so that mistakes or accidents happen.
  • derelict adj Abandoned and left to fall into disrepair.
  • lax adj Not strict or careful; loose in standards or discipline.
  • loose adj Not firmly attached, fixed, or fitting tightly.
  • slack adj Loose; not pulled tight.
  • sloppy adj Careless, messy, or lacking neatness or precision.
  • uncritical adj Lacking critique or critical examination; undiscriminating.

Senses

huolimaton is used for these senses in English:

  • careless Not giving sufficient attention or thought, especially concerning the avoidance of harm or mistakes. [from 16thc.]
  • derelict (chiefly, US) Negligent in performing a duty; careless.
  • lax Lacking care; neglectful, negligent.
  • loose Indiscreet.
  • slack Lacking diligence or care; not earnest or eager.
  • sloppy Messy; not neat, elegant, or careful.
  • uncritical Having a disregard for critical standards or procedures.

derelict — full definition

  1. adj Abandoned and left to fall into disrepair.
  2. noun Property, or occasionally a person, abandoned and left with nobody to care for it.

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