carelessly
Translation
carelessly, inattentively, thoughtlessly
Examples
She carelessly dropped the expensive vase.
She carelessly dropped the expensive vase.
He drove carelessly through the busy street.
He drove carelessly through the busy street.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) carelessly to do (sth.) in a way that lacks attention He answered the question carelessly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: negligently, thoughtlessly, recklessly; Antonyms: carefully, meticulously
Etymology
From 'careless' + '-ly', an adverb-forming suffix.
Memory Tips
Describes an action done in a 'careless' manner. It modifies a verb.