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Deliberately vs Carelessly - What's the difference?

deliberately | carelessly |

As adverbs the difference between deliberately and carelessly

is that deliberately is intentionally, or after deliberation; not accidentally while carelessly is giving the appearance of carelessness; relaxedly.

deliberately

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • Intentionally, or after deliberation; not accidentally.
    • He deliberately broke that, didn't he?
  • Taking one's time, slowly and carefully.
    • After being called upon, he strode deliberately up to the blackboard.

    Related terms

    * on purpose

    carelessly

    English

    Adverb

    (en adverb)
  • Giving the appearance of carelessness; relaxedly.
    • The papers were carelessly strewn on the table.
  • Done without care or attention; inattentively.
    • Distracted by the salesperson, he carelessly read the contract.