Absentmindedly

usgb/ˌæb.səntˈmaɪndɪdli/
Adverb

In a way that suggests one is not paying attention or is lost in thought.

He absentmindedly walked past the bus stop.
Visual representation of "absentmindedly" - In a way that suggests one is not paying attention or is lost in thought.

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Neutral

absentmindedly forget,absentmindedly lose,absentmindedly smile

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Contextual Understanding

Understanding this term means recognizing the mental state of distraction that the subject is in.

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She engages in absentmindedly playing with her pen during meetings.
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Formal Usage

Use 'absentmindedly' in both spoken and written communication when emphasizing a lack of attention.

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He wrote down the appointment absentmindedly on a piece of scrap paper.
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Common Mistake

Often confused with 'carelessly'; however, absentmindedness implies a certain preoccupation.

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She absentmindedly missed the deadline due to personal thoughts.
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