frivolously
adverb/ˈfrɪvələsli/
/ˈfrɪvələsli/
(disapproving)- in a way that is silly or funny, especially when such behaviour is not suitable
- A teacher should not behave frivolously in front of their students.
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- in a way that has no serious or useful purpose
- I never spend money frivolously—I can't afford to.
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