Concerned and Careless

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Concerned adjective - Feeling or showing worry or solicitude.

Usage example: concerned parents of youthful offenders

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Careless is an antonym for concerned.

Careless adjective - Failing to give proper care and attention.

Usage example: a careless effort that made an unnecessary mess

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Concerned is an antonym for careless in topics: negligent, artless, without sufficient attention.

Nearby Words: care, careful, carelessly, carelessness

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