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What is the opposite of carefree?

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Opposite of free of concern or worries
“His hair was white, but he seemed so full of life beneath his rough, careworn exterior.”
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Opposite of having a cheery or happy disposition
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“Actually, she has been very cheerless, and she comes home from school quite heavy-hearted.”
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Opposite of cheerfully unconcerned about the future or things in general
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Opposite of not feeling, showing, or affected by anxiety or problems
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Opposite of having a relaxed, friendly, or unofficial style, manner, or nature
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Opposite of having an unimpressed or indifferent attitude
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Opposite of casually calm in attitude or manner
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Opposite of relaxed or leisurely
“We went away for a quick holiday but the kids made it rather stressful.”
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Opposite of lacking initiative or ambition
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Opposite of easygoing in temperament
“Gabriel did not need a weapon to appear intimidating as his size and unapproachable demeanor accomplished that well enough.”
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Opposite of treating serious issues with inappropriate humor
“I was being sincere when I accepted your challenge to a boxing match.”
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Opposite of willing to take risks or to try out new methods, ideas, or experiences
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Opposite of in a state of comfort and relaxation
“They all saw Dawn as their sworn enemy, which made for an uncomfortable weekend away for me because I was now seen as a traitor.”
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Opposite of not showing a proper sense of care or responsibility
“I consider us to be responsible people because we fill our recycling box to capacity every week, and put it out for collection.”
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Opposite of done or spoken with ease and carefreeness
“Doubters and critics have poured scorn on our ambitious plans or urged speed when a more thoughtful approach was deserved and required.”
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(of a lifestyle) Opposite of extravagant or reckless in nature
“The science professor lived a sedate life in his younger years.”
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Opposite of expressing one's feelings or thoughts unselfconsciously and without restraint
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Opposite of done or acting in an indifferent or apathetic manner
“He displays a passionate disposition to saving endangered wildlife.”
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Opposite of lightheartedly silly or excitable
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