negligently

Definitions

In a manner characterized by a lack of proper care or attention.

In a way that fails to exercise the degree of caution expected of a reasonable person.

Examples

The driver acted negligently by ignoring the stop sign and causing a collision.

The company was found to have negligently handled the sensitive customer data.

He negligently left the stove on, which resulted in a small kitchen fire.

Synonyms

carelessly heedlessly remissly thoughtlessly laxly inattentively irresponsibly

Antonyms

carefully attentively diligently conscientiously meticulously thoroughly scrupulously