Synonyms for

Nilly

Verb / ˈnɪli: / Another word for nilly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Nilly means in a careless or haphazard manner.

Synonyms & similar words

carelessly haphazardly recklessly randomly indiscriminately thoughtlessly disorderly chaotically irresponsibly heedlessly casually unthinkingly aimlessly irregularly sporadically unsystematically unplanned unmethodically inattentively slapdash

Example sentences

  1. She scattered her toys around the room nilly-willy.
  2. He painted the walls without a plan, just nilly-willy.
  3. The books were stacked nilly-willy on the shelf.
  4. They threw the ingredients into the pot nilly-willy.
  5. The papers were arranged nilly-willy on the desk.

Quotes

  • In the game of life, it's not about who wins or loses, it's about playing nilly-willy.
  • Don't do your homework nilly-willy, take your time and do it right.
  • Life is too short to live it nilly-willy; make deliberate choices.

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