What is the meaning of carelessly?

adverb

  • Without care or concern.
    • usage: "carelessly raised the children's hopes without thinking of their possible disappointment"
  • Without caution or prudence.
    • usage: "one unfortunately sees historic features carelessly lost when estates fall into unsympathetic hands"
  • In a rakish manner.
    • usage: "she wore her hat rakishly at an angle"
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