Careless and Shiftless

Careless

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

Shiftless and careless are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shiftless" instead an adjective "Careless".

Nearby Words: care, careful, carelessly, carelessness

Shiftless

Shiftless adjective - Not easily aroused to action or work.

Careless and shiftless are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Careless" instead an adjective "Shiftless".

Nearby Word: shifty
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