Synonyms of sloppy
19 similar words
Another word for sloppy is regardless. Other synonyms of sloppy are cursory, remiss and slovenly.
Synonyms and similar words for sloppy
adjectiveCareless, messy; not neat, elegant, or careful.
- careless
- cursoryCareless or desultory.
- derelict USNegligent in performing a duty; careless.
- heedlessUnaware; without noticing; careless; inattentive.
- irregardlessIrrespective, regardless.
- irrespective
- lax
- incautiousCareless, reckless, not exercising proper caution.
- neglectfulTending to neglect; failing to take care of matters which require attention; forgetful.
- negligent
- reckless
- regardlessTaking insufficient regard of; heedless; careless.
- remissNot energetic or exact in duty or business; careless; tardy; slack; hence, lacking earnestness or activity; languid...
- slack
- slapdashProduced or carried out hastily; haphazard; careless.
- slovenlyCareless or negligent; sloppy.
- slipshod
- unfaithful
- lash obsolete
Meaning of sloppy
- adjective Composed of or covered in slop; very wet.
- adjective Careless, messy; not neat, elegant, or careful.
- adjective Imprecise or loose.
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Questions about synonyms of sloppy
- What is another word for sloppy?
- Sloppy has 19 synonyms on Word.ws, such as regardless, cursory, remiss and slovenly.
- What does sloppy mean?
- Sloppy means composed of or covered in slop; very wet.
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