CEFR B2

offhand

adverb, adjective

Meaning

Without previous thought or preparation; spontaneous.

Examples

She answered the question offhand, surprising everyone with her knowledge.
The politician made an offhand comment that caused a minor scandal.

Synonyms: spontaneous, impromptu, unrehearsed, extemporaneous

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offhand (B2)

adverb, adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɔːfˈhænd/

Definition

Without previous thought or preparation; spontaneous.

Examples

She answered the question offhand, surprising everyone with her knowledge.
The politician made an offhand comment that caused a minor scandal.
I don't have the exact figures offhand, but I can look them up for you.

How to Use offhand

offhand manner (collocation): A way of behaving or speaking that is casual and not carefully thought out. — "He had an offhand manner that made him seem uninterested."
offhand comment (collocation): A remark made without much thought or consideration. — "Her offhand comment about his new haircut was unintentionally rude."

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