casually

• Adverbe signifiant « de manière détendue ou informelle » ou « sans intention sérieuse ni engagement ». Décrit des actions faites sans formalité, effort ou préoccupation profonde.

An adverb meaning "in a relaxed or informal manner" or "without serious intent or commitment." It describes actions performed without formality, effort, or deep concern.

1. In an informal or relaxed mannerB1formal

   Done without formality or strict adherence to rules; in a relaxed way.

   de manière décontractée

   • She dressed casually for the picnic.
   • He spoke casually about his weekend plans.
   • They chatted casually while waiting for the bus.

   Synonymesfreelyinformallylooselynonchalantlyoffhandunceremoniouslyunconcernedly

   Antonymesceremoniouslyformallyofficially

2. Without serious intent or methodB2formal

   Done without careful planning or systematic approach.

   sans sérieux ni méthode

   • He casually mentioned that he might quit his job.
   • She glanced casually at the newspaper headlines.
   • They casually browsed through the store without buying anything.

   Synonymesarbitrarilycarelesslyincidentallylightlylooselynonchalantlyrandomly

   Antonymesdeliberatelyintentionallymethodicallysystematically

3. In an unconcerned mannerB2formal

   Acting without worry or anxiety; showing a lack of concern.

   de manière détachée

   • He casually shrugged off the criticism.
   • She casually walked into the room as if nothing had happened.
   • They casually ignored the warning signs.

   Synonymesairilyblithelycoollyindifferentlylightlynonchalantlyunconcernedly

   Antonymesanxiouslyconcernedlynervouslytenselyworriedly