Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

DEVIL-MAY-CARE

(adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the phrase Devil-May-Care.

Devil-May-Care - as an adjective satellite

Cheerfully irresponsible

Example: "Carefree with his money"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carefree13freewheeling22happy-go-luckyharum-scarumslaphappy21

Marked by a carefree unconventionality or disreputableness

Example: "A cocktail party given by some...raffish bachelors"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
raffish16rakish13

Example Sentences

"He had a devil-may-care attitude towards his schoolwork."
"She approached the challenge with a devil-may-care attitude."
"His devil-may-care behavior often got him into trouble."
"The reckless driver had a devil-may-care attitude towards road safety."
"She lived her life with a devil-may-care attitude, taking risks without thinking twice."
View more

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen