Dictionary entries for 'casualness'

Synonyms

ca·su·al (kăzh́ōō-əl)

[Middle English casuel, from Old French, from Latin cāsuālis, from cāsus, event; see case¹.]

adjective

Occurring by chance. See synonyms at chance
1. Occurring at irregular or infrequent intervals; occasional: casual employment at a factory; a casual correspondence with a former teacher.
2. Unpremeditated; offhand: a casual remark.
1. Being without ceremony or formality; relaxed: a casual evening with friends.
2. Suited for everyday wear or use; informal.
Not serious or thorough; superficial: a casual inspection.
1. Showing little interest or concern; nonchalant: a casual disregard for cold weather.
2. Lenient; permissive: a casual attitude toward drugs.
Not close or intimate; passing: a casual acquaintance with avant-garde music.

One that serves or appears at irregular intervals, especially a temporary worker.
Casualwear: sent my casuals to the cleaners.
A soldier temporarily attached to a unit while awaiting permanent assignment.