offhandedness

ˌɒfˈhændɪdnəs
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Translation of offhandedness from English into Dutch

Noun

1.

unpreparedness

Rare
lack of preparation or thoughtfulness
Rare
achteloosheid fnonchalance onvoorbereidheid
  • Her offhandedness was evident in the impromptu speech.Haar achteloosheid was duidelijk in de improvisatietoespraak.
2.

indifference

Rare
dismissive or indifferent attitude
Rare
  • The offhandedness in his response was quite apparent.De onverschilligheid in zijn reactie was heel duidelijk.
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Synonyms and analogies of offhandedness in English

Examples of offhandedness in a sentence

  • The offhandedness of his remarks upset the audience.
  • Her offhandedness made the guests feel unwelcome.
  • Offhandedness can sometimes be mistaken for confidence.

Translations of "offhandedness" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
achteloosheidnf.
onverschilligheidnf.
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