careless

Pronunciation: /ˈkɛəlɪs/

The English word “careless” has 3 meanings listed here.

adjective

Not concerned or worried (about).
Not giving sufficient attention or thought, especially concerning the avoidance of harm or mistakes.
Free from care; unworried, without anxiety.

Etymology

From Middle English careles, from Old English carlēas (“careless, reckless, void of care, free from care, free”), equivalent to care + -less. Cognate with Icelandic kærulaus (“careless, negligent”).

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