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What is another word for Carelessness? – 135 Carelessness Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    negligence recklessness thoughtlessness inattention heedlessness lack of concern irresponsibility sloppiness laxity indifference incautiousness imprudence rashness haphazardness slovenliness remissness dereliction slackness nonchalance unconcern apathy levity frivolity lackadaisicalness inconsiderateness unheedfulness unthinkingness unguardedness unwaryness unwatchfulness lack of diligence lack of vigilance lack of attentiveness.

    Meaning of Carelessness

    The primary meaning of "carelessness" refers to a lack of thought or consideration for the consequences of one's actions.

    Definitions

    • The state or quality of being careless, showing a lack of thought or consideration for the consequences of one's actions.
    • A lack of attention to or concern for something, often resulting in mistakes or harm.
    • A disposition to act without sufficient thought or consideration, often leading to undesirable outcomes.

    Etymology of Carelessness

    The word "carelessness" originates from the Old English and Middle English words "car" (sorrow, grief) and "less" (without), with the suffix "-ness" indicating a state or quality.
    Historically, the term has been used to describe a lack of concern, attention, or thought for the consequences of one's actions, with roots in Old English and Middle English language.

    Example Uses

    • Her carelessness in the kitchen resulted in a big mess and wasted food.
    • The company's carelessness in handling customer data led to a major security breach.
    • His carelessness on the road put himself and others at risk of an accident.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    diligence attentiveness thoughtfulness carefulness prudence caution vigilance wariness heedfulness mindfulness thoroughness meticulousness scrupulousness conscientiousness fastidiousness precision exactness accuracy reliability responsibility attentivity considerateness solicitude.

    Related Nouns

    negligence recklessness thoughtlessness inattention heedlessness lack concern irresponsibility sloppiness laxity indifference incautiousness imprudence rashness haphazardness slovenliness remissness dereliction slackness nonchalance apathy levity frivolity mistake error blunder.

    Related Verbs

    neglect disregard ignore overlook slight forget omit miss slack lag dawdle tarry procrastinate delay postpone put off shirk evade avoid neglect careless throw toss fling hurl cast.

    Related Adjectives

    careless negligent reckless thoughtless inattentive heedless irresponsible sloppy lax indifferent incautious imprudent rash haphazard slovenly remiss derelict slack nonchalant apathetic frivolous lackadaisical inconsiderate unthinking unguarded unwary unwatchful.