Careless and Careful

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Careless adjective – Failing to give proper care and attention.

Usage example: a careless effort that made an unnecessary mess

Careful is an antonym for careless in topics: negligent, nonchalant, slapdash, artless, without sufficient attention.

Nearby Words: care, careful, carelessly, carelessness

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

Usage example: careful drivers slow down on slick or icy roadways

Careless is an antonym for careful in topics: cautious, thorough.

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thought	careless thought	careful thought
manner	careless manner	careful manner
work	careless work	careful work
handling	careless handling	careful handling
Other nouns: use, research, wording, driver, player, reader, players.

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