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Webster 1913 Edition


Carelessly

Care′less-ly

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adv.
In a careless manner.

Webster 1828 Edition


Carelessly

CARELESSLY

,
adv.
In a careless manner or way; negligently; heedlessly; inattentively; without care or concern.

Definition 2024


carelessly

carelessly

English

Adverb

carelessly (comparative more carelessly, superlative most carelessly)

  1. Giving the appearance of carelessness; relaxedly.
    The papers were carelessly strewn on the table.
  2. Done without care or attention; inattentively.
    Distracted by the salesperson, he carelessly read the contract.

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