Careful and Mussed

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Careful adjective - Having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble.

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Mussed is an antonym for careful.

Mussed adjective - Lacking in order, neatness, and often cleanliness.

Usage example: the charmingly mussed look of a rock star in full rebel regalia

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Careful is an antonym for mussed.

Nearby Words: muss, mussing

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