: free from care: such as
a
: having no worries or troubles
spent a carefree day at the lake
b
: irresponsible
is carefree with his money
Synonyms
Examples of carefree in a Sentence
She has a carefree attitude toward life.
They spent a carefree day at the lake.
Recent Examples on the Web
Many Southern Californians have picked up soft top surfboards, joined surf camps or purchased daily lessons to be part of what’s often seen as a carefree lifestyle.
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Jackie Connor, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2023
The carefree attitude towards the U.S. Government’s interest in Hollywood trade practices waned as other issues reared up.
—Chris Yogerst, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Sep. 2023
Few days in the calendar may hold more social, cultural and even meteorological significance than the ones that start September, and turn our thoughts away from unending hours of carefree warmth and toward the more serious concerns of our daily lives.
—Martin Weil, Washington Post, 3 Sep. 2023
The singer shared her latest series of outfit pics on Instagram, highlighting a new round of string bikinis and carefree looks.
—Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 Sep. 2023
Take the time to have carefree fun and cheer on your favorite team or athletes together over a pint with wings on the side.
—Janece Maze, Country Living, 31 Aug. 2023
But Lindsay remembers holiday front yard activities at Yogi and Carmen’s house as carefree: Tossing a football; hitting a Wiffle Ball; playing croquet, horseshoes or tag or just doing somersaults down the hill.
—Stephen Borelli, USA TODAY, 28 Aug. 2023
While Spider-Punk plays an integral part in the sequel, as well as became a fan-favorite due to his carefree attitude and spiky mohawk, writer-producers Phil Lord and Chris Miller revealed in an interview with EW that the anarchic superhero was nearly cut from the film.
—Michaela Zee, Variety, 26 Aug. 2023
Let Jimmy Buffet whisk you away to Margaritaville or join the Beach Boys in Kokomo with just the touch of a button – one that transports you and your friends to a carefree holiday in the tropics.
—Kellie Walton, Redbook, 17 Aug. 2023
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Jackie Connor, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2023
The carefree attitude towards the U.S. Government’s interest in Hollywood trade practices waned as other issues reared up.
—Chris Yogerst, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Sep. 2023
Few days in the calendar may hold more social, cultural and even meteorological significance than the ones that start September, and turn our thoughts away from unending hours of carefree warmth and toward the more serious concerns of our daily lives.
—Martin Weil, Washington Post, 3 Sep. 2023
The singer shared her latest series of outfit pics on Instagram, highlighting a new round of string bikinis and carefree looks.
—Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 Sep. 2023
Take the time to have carefree fun and cheer on your favorite team or athletes together over a pint with wings on the side.
—Janece Maze, Country Living, 31 Aug. 2023
But Lindsay remembers holiday front yard activities at Yogi and Carmen’s house as carefree: Tossing a football; hitting a Wiffle Ball; playing croquet, horseshoes or tag or just doing somersaults down the hill.
—Stephen Borelli, USA TODAY, 28 Aug. 2023
While Spider-Punk plays an integral part in the sequel, as well as became a fan-favorite due to his carefree attitude and spiky mohawk, writer-producers Phil Lord and Chris Miller revealed in an interview with EW that the anarchic superhero was nearly cut from the film.
—Michaela Zee, Variety, 26 Aug. 2023
Let Jimmy Buffet whisk you away to Margaritaville or join the Beach Boys in Kokomo with just the touch of a button – one that transports you and your friends to a carefree holiday in the tropics.
—Kellie Walton, Redbook, 17 Aug. 2023
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Word History
Etymology
see care entry 1
First Known Use
1621, in the meaning defined above
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“Carefree.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carefree. Accessed 22 Sep. 2023.
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ˈka(ə)r-
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