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OFFHANDED

(adverb, adj.sat, adj.)
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There are 5 meanings of the word Offhanded.

Offhanded - as an adverb

Without previous thought or preparation

Example: "Couldn't give the figures offhand"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
offhand17offhandedly25

In a casually inconsiderate manner

Example: "Replied offhand, his mind a million miles away"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
offhand17offhandedly25

Offhanded - as an adjective satellite

With little or no preparation or forethought

Example: "His ad-lib comments showed poor judgment"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ad-libextemporaneous25extemporary25extempore20impromptu17off-the-cuffoffhand17unrehearsed15

Casually thoughtless or inconsiderate

Example: "An offhand manner"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Offhanded - as an adjective

In a casual or curt style, without preparation or thought; impromptu, offhand.

Example Sentences

"He made an offhanded comment about her appearance."
"She gave an offhanded response to his question."
"The offhanded remark offended some people at the party."
"He has a tendency to make offhanded jokes in inappropriate situations."
"I didn't appreciate his offhanded attitude towards my concerns."
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Word Game Points

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

OFFHANDED has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is OFFHANDED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, offhanded is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OFFHANDED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is OFFHANDED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, offhanded is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OFFHANDED has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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