Offhand
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌɔfˈhænd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Offhand is an adjective meaning Without planning or thinking ahead.
Meaning
Without planning or thinking ahead.
More Meanings
- Careless; without sufficient thought or consideration.
- Curt, abrupt, unfriendly.
- Right away, immediately, without thinking about it.
- In an abrupt or unfriendly manner.
Example Sentences
She gave an offhand speech.
She was quite offhand with me yesterday.
He doesn't realise how hurtful his offhand remarks can be.
Offhand, I'd guess that that's a yellow-bellied sapsucker.
Word Forms
- off-hand
Synonyms for offhand
Depending on context, synonyms include impromptu, extemporaneous, off-the-cuff, careless, extempore, offhandedly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include careless, unprepared, unrehearsed, extemporaneous, extempore, off-the-cuff.
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