neglectful

• Beschreibt eine Person, die nicht die nötige Sorgfalt oder Aufmerksamkeit für jemanden oder etwas aufbringt; oft nachlässig in der Erfüllung von Pflichten oder Verantwortlichkeiten.

Describes a person who fails to give proper care or attention to someone or something.

1. Lacking proper care or attentionB2formal

   Not giving enough care or attention to someone or something that is one's responsibility.

   Nachlässig

   • The neglectful parent was investigated by social services.
   • He was neglectful of his duties at work.
   • She felt neglectful for not visiting her grandmother more often.

   Synonymecarelessderelictheedlessinattentivelaxnegligentremissthoughtlessunmindful

   Antonymeattentivecarefulconscientiousdiligentresponsible

2. Failing in dutyB2formal

   Not fulfilling what is required by one's role or responsibility.

   Nachlässig

   • The landlord was neglectful in maintaining the property.
   • A neglectful guardian can face legal consequences.
   • He was accused of being neglectful of his financial obligations.

   Synonymecarelessdelinquentderelictheedlessinattentivelaxnegligentremissunmindful

   Antonymeattentivecarefulconscientiousdutifulresponsiblevigilant