careless (Meaning)
careless (a)
marked by lack of attention or consideration or forethought or thoroughness; not careful
careless (s)
effortless and unstudied
(usually followed by `of') without due thought or consideration
careless (a.)
Free from care or anxiety. hence, cheerful; light-hearted.
Having no care; not taking ordinary or proper care; negligent; unconcerned; heedless; inattentive; unmindful; regardless.
Without thought or purpose; without due care; without attention to rule or system; unstudied; inconsiderate; spontaneous; rash; as, a careless throw; a careless expression.
Not receiving care; uncared for.
Synonyms & Antonyms of careless
careless Sentence Examples
- His careless attitude towards his studies led to poor grades.
- The careless driver caused a major accident by running a red light.
- She lost her phone due to her careless handling of it at the party.
- The chef's careless mistake resulted in a ruined dish.
- He was fired from his job for his careless handling of confidential information.
- The company suffered financial losses due to the careless oversight of its executives.
- The student's careless errors on the exam cost him valuable points.
- Her careless spending habits left her in debt.
- The careless disposal of plastic waste contributes to environmental pollution.
- The careless disregard for safety protocols led to an unfortunate workplace accident.
FAQs About the word careless
marked by lack of attention or consideration or forethought or thoroughness; not careful, effortless and unstudied, (usually followed by `of') without due thoug
unsafe, reckless, regardless, rash, unguarded, mindless,heedless, unwary, thoughtless, negligent
heedful, circumspect, wary, guarded, attentive, cautious, guarded, vigilant, wary, alert
His careless attitude towards his studies led to poor grades.
The careless driver caused a major accident by running a red light.
She lost her phone due to her careless handling of it at the party.
The chef's careless mistake resulted in a ruined dish.
