offhandedly

Meanings

• adverb

  Speaking or acting without much thought or care; in a casual or unplanned manner.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with offhandedly
handily , landedly , grandedly

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Variants

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offhanded , offhandedly , offhandedness , offhandednesses

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'without the use of a hand,' but the modern sense developed from the idea of doing something without much thought or preparation.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'offhandedly' comes from the Old English word 'of handa,' which means 'without using a hand.'

2. The word 'offhandedly' was first used in English literature in the 16th century.

3. The word 'offhandedly' is often used interchangeably with the word 'casually', but they have slightly different meanings. 'Casually' refers to a lack of formality or care, while 'offhandedly' specifically implies doing something without much thought or preparation.

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Related Concepts

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1. Casual: Relating to or denoting things that are not formally planned or carried out with great care.

2. Unintentional: Not planned or intended; happening by chance or accident.

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Culture

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Offhandedly is often used to describe a careless or unintentional action or comment. It can also be used to convey a sense of informality or lack of formality. In literature, offhandedly has been used to create humor or to highlight a character's personality.

How to Memorize "offhandedly"

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