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cavalierly

 

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Adverbial cavalierly has 1 sense
  1. disdainfully, cavalierly - in a proud and domineering manner; "he treated his staff cavalierly"
    Derived from adjective cavalier1

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Cavalierly

Definition:

(adverb) Doing something in an arrogant or unconcerned manner; showing a lack of care or respect.

Sense 1:

(adverb) In a casual or indifferent way.

Example sentence: He cavalierly dismissed their concerns, not realizing their importance.

Example sentence: The manager spoke cavalierly about the company's financial struggles.

Sense 2:

(adverb) In a lighthearted or playful manner.

Example sentence: Sarah cavalierly dropped hints about her surprise birthday party.

Example sentence: They cavalierly exchanged jokes instead of focusing on their work.

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