Apprehensive and Careless

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Apprehensive adjective - Having specified facts or feelings actively impressed on the mind.

Usage example: I'm fully apprehensive of the options, I assure you

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Careless is an antonym for apprehensive.

Careless adjective - Not paying or showing close attention especially for the purpose of avoiding trouble.

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Apprehensive is an antonym for careless.

Nearby Words: care, careful, carelessly, carelessness

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