carelessly

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Etymology [edit]

careless +‎ -ly

Adverb [edit]

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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