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neglectful

/nɪˈɡlekt.fəl/

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adjective

/nɪˈɡlekt.fəl/B2formal
  • ruОписывает человека, который не проявляет должной заботы или внимания к кому-либо или чему-либо.

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.

    ruНебрежный

    • 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.

    Synonymscarelessderelictheedlessinattentivelaxnegligentremissthoughtlessunmindful

    Antonymsattentivecarefulconscientiousdiligentresponsible

  2. Failing in dutyB2formal

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

    ruНебрежный

    • 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.

    Synonymscarelessdelinquentderelictheedlessinattentivelaxnegligentremissunmindful

    Antonymsattentivecarefulconscientiousdutifulresponsiblevigilant

Forms
  • more neglectful comparative form
  • most neglectful superlative form
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