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careless

[/ˈkeərləs/]
adjective
descuidado
1. not giving sufficient attention to avoiding harm or mistakes; negligent
He made a careless mistake in his homework.
Ele cometeu um erro descuidado na sua lição de casa.
2. done without attention to detail; lacking precision or care
The careless handwriting was difficult to read.
A caligrafia descuidada era difícil de ler.
3. unconcerned or indifferent
He seemed careless about the consequences of his actions.
Ele parecia indiferente às consequências de suas ações.
NYC Slang
sloppy, half-assed
Synonyms
negligentinattentiverecklessthoughtlesshastysloppy
Antonyms
carefulattentivemeticulouscautiousdiligent

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
descuidado
most common usage
Brazil
negligente
more formal context
Portugal
descuidado
standard usage
Portugal
negligente
formal or legal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

careless whispers - indiscreet comments or gossip
throw caution to the wind - to act carelessly without thinking of consequences
couldn't care less - complete indifference
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