careless

• Qualifie une personne qui ne fait pas assez attention ou qui n'agit pas avec réflexion, ce qui entraîne souvent des erreurs ou des dommages.

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.

   négligent

   • 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.

   Synonymesabsentmindedforgetfulhastyheedlessinattentiveincautiousirresponsiblenegligentrecklessslapdashslipshodthoughtlessunthinking

   Antonymesattentivecarefulconscientiousmeticulousthoroughvigilantwatchful

2. Effortless and unstudiedB2informal

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

   désinvolte, nonchalant

   • 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.

   Synonymescasualeasyeffortlessnaturalnonchalantoffhandrelaxedspontaneousunaffectedunstudied

   Antonymescarefulconsciousdeliberateintentionalstudied

3. Without due thought or considerationB1formal

   Acting without proper thought or consideration for consequences.

   Négligent / Imprévoyant

   • 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.

   Synonymesheedlessinattentivenegligentrecklessthoughtlessunmindful

   Antonymesattentivecarefulcautiousprudentthoughtfulvigilantwary