offhandedly

[ˌɒfˈhændɪdli]

offhandedly Definition

in a casual or informal manner, without much thought or preparation.

Using offhandedly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "offhandedly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She offhandedly mentioned that she was quitting her job.

  • Example

    He dismissed the idea offhandedly.

  • Example

    The teacher offhandedly remarked that the test would be difficult.

offhandedly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for offhandedly

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Summary: offhandedly in Brief

The term 'offhandedly' [ˌɒfˈhændɪdli] refers to doing something casually or informally, without much thought or preparation. It is often used to describe remarks or actions that are made without much consideration or planning, such as 'She offhandedly mentioned that she was quitting her job.' Synonyms include 'casually,' 'informally,' and 'unconcernedly.'