Meaning & use

carefree

adjective·Everyday

Free from worry, responsibility, or anxiety; light-hearted and relaxed.

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They spent a carefree summer traveling around Europe with no fixed schedule.

Childhood is often remembered as a carefree time before real responsibilities begin.

A note on using this word

Carefree describes a temporary state or period free of worry, not necessarily a permanent personality trait.

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