negligent

• Beschreibt eine Person oder Handlung, die nicht die gebührende Sorgfalt aufwendet und dadurch oft Schaden oder Nachteile verursacht.

Describes a person or action that fails to take proper care in doing something, often resulting in harm or damage.

1. Failing to take proper careB2formallegal

   Failing to give proper attention or care to something that one is responsible for.

   Nachlässig

   • The company was found negligent in maintaining safety standards.
   • He was negligent in his duties as a security guard.
   • The court ruled that the driver was negligent in causing the accident.

   Synonymecarelessderelictheedlessinattentiveirresponsiblelaxneglectfulremissthoughtless

   Antonymeattentivecarefulconscientiousdiligentmindfulvigilantwatchful

2. Careless or inattentiveB2formal

   Showing a lack of attention or concern, especially in a casual or habitual way.

   Nachlässig

   • She was negligent about locking the door before leaving.
   • His negligent attitude towards his studies led to poor grades.
   • The babysitter was negligent in watching the children.

   Synonymecarelessderelictheedlessinattentivelaxneglectfulremissslackthoughtlessunmindful

   Antonymeattentivecarefulvigilantwatchful