Carelessly Definition & Meaning
carelessly
- adverb
- without care or concern; "carelessly raised the children's hopes without thinking of their possible disappointment"
- without caution or prudence; "one unfortunately sees historic features carelessly lost when estates fall into unsympathetic hands"
- in a rakish manner; "she wore her hat rakishly at an angle"
"Carelessly" in song lyrics
See how carelessly is used in real songs:
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"Repeating what you hear fly through the airwaves carelessly"
Brother Ali — Whatcha' Got -
"Spiritually it's evil living carelessly"
Kottonmouth Kings — Elevated Sounds
Words that rhyme with carelessly
Usage tips for "carelessly"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "carelessly" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for carelessly to find words that pair well.