Careless and Sorry

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

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Sorry is an antonym for careless.

Nearby Words: care, careful, carelessly, carelessness

Sorry adjective - Feeling unhappiness.

Usage example: was sorry to see the family farm being sold

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Careless is an antonym for sorry.

Nearby Words: sorrow, sorriness

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