careless

• Describe a una persona que no presta suficiente atención o no reflexiona sobre sus acciones, lo que a menudo conduce a errores o daños.

Describes someone who does not give enough attention or thought to what they are doing, often resulting in mistakes or damage.

1. Lacking attention or thoroughnessA2formal

   Marked by a lack of attention, consideration, or forethought; not careful.

   descuidado

   • His careless mistake cost the company thousands of dollars.
   • She was careless with her belongings and lost her phone.
   • The careless driver caused a serious accident.

   Sinónimosabsentmindedforgetfulhastyheedlessinattentiveincautiousirresponsiblenegligentrecklessslapdashslipshodthoughtlessunthinking

   Antónimosattentivecarefulconscientiousmeticulousthoroughvigilantwatchful

2. Effortless and unstudiedB2informal

   Done without apparent effort or deliberate thought; natural and relaxed.

   Despreocupado y natural

   • She has a careless grace in her dance movements.
   • He answered with a careless shrug, as if it didn't matter.
   • The artist's careless brushstrokes created a beautiful effect.

   Sinónimoscasualeasyeffortlessnaturalnonchalantoffhandrelaxedspontaneousunaffectedunstudied

   Antónimoscarefulconsciousdeliberateintentionalstudied

3. Without due thought or considerationB1formal

   Acting without proper thought or consideration for consequences.

   descuidado, sin pensar

   • He was careless of the risks involved in the adventure.
   • Careless of her reputation, she spoke her mind freely.
   • They were careless of the danger and walked into the restricted area.

   Sinónimosheedlessinattentivenegligentrecklessthoughtlessunmindful

   Antónimosattentivecarefulcautiousprudentthoughtfulvigilantwary