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CARELESSNESS

(noun)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Carelessness.

How to pronounce carelessness:

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Carelessness - as a noun

The quality of not being careful or taking pains

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sloppiness14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
inattentiveness18
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
carefulness16

Failure to act with the prudence that a reasonable person would exercise under the same circumstances

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
neglect10negligence14nonperformance23
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
nonaccomplishmentnonachievement24
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"His carelessness with the knife resulted in a deep cut."
"The carelessness of the driver caused a serious accident."
"Her carelessness with her personal information led to identity theft."
"The construction worker was fired for his carelessness in following safety protocols."
"The teacher scolded the student for his carelessness in completing his homework."
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Word Game Points

Is CARELESSNESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, carelessness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CARELESSNESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is CARELESSNESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, carelessness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CARELESSNESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is CARELESSNESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, carelessness is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CARELESSNESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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