Carelessness
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɛɹləsnəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Carelessness is a noun meaning Lack of care; the state or quality of being careless.
Meaning
Lack of care; the state or quality of being careless.
Example Sentences
This accident was caused by carelessness.
There were, however, 34 deaths among passengers in movement accidents, due mainly to misadventure and carelessness when entering and leaving trains in motion, falling off platforms and out of carriages, and opening and closing carriage doors.
Word Forms
- carelessnesses
Synonyms for carelessness
Depending on context, synonyms include inattention, negligence, neglect, nonperformance.
Antonyms for carelessness
Common opposites include carefulness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include negligence, neglect, nonperformance, negligent, imprudence, indiscretion.
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