Careless and Responsible

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Careless adjective - Failing to give proper care and attention.

Usage example: a careless effort that made an unnecessary mess

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Responsible is an antonym for careless in without sufficient attention topic.

Nearby Words: care, careful, carelessly, carelessness

Responsible adjective - Being the one who must meet an obligation or suffer the consequences for failing to do so.

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Careless is an antonym for responsible.

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