neglectful

C1
US /nɪˈglɛktfəl/
adj Freq #58469

Meanings

  1. 1
    adj

    Tending to neglect; failing to take care of matters which require attention; forgetful.

    Neglectful of her fine voice, she was obviously attending more to her companions than to her own singing;...

  2. 2
    adj

    failing in what duty requires

  3. 3
    adj

    not showing due care or attention

Etymology

From neglect + -ful.

Thesaurus

Synonyms
2 adj · failing in what duty requires delinquent
3 adj · not showing due care or... inattentive

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