CEFR C2

offhandedly

adverb

Meaning

In a casual, unconcerned, or casual manner, without much thought or planning.

Examples

She offhandedly suggested we move to another country.
He offhandedly dismissed the problem as minor.

Synonyms: casually, carelessly, flippantly, perfunctorily

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offhandedly (C2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˌɔːfˈhændɪdlɪ/

Definition

In a casual, unconcerned, or casual manner, without much thought or planning.

Examples

She offhandedly suggested we move to another country.
He offhandedly dismissed the problem as minor.
The interviewer offhandedly asked about my long-term goals.

Synonyms of offhandedly

Words with a similar meaning to offhandedly:

casually
carelessly
flippantly
perfunctorily

Antonyms of offhandedly

Words with the opposite meaning to offhandedly:

carefully
thoughtfully
deliberately

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