Pronunciation

/ˈnɛɡlɛkt/

Definitions

• Noun: The action or state of not giving enough care, attention, or effort to something that needs it; disregard, omission, or lack of care. Example: “The garden was a victim of neglect.”
• Verb: To fail to give proper care, attention, or consideration to someone or something. Example: “She neglected her health while focusing on her career.”

Phrases

• “Child neglect” refers to the failure of a parent or guardian to provide adequate care for a child’s physical, emotional, medical, or educational needs.
• “Neglect of duty” implies the failure to fulfill one’s responsibilities or obligations.
• “Willful neglect” suggests intentional disregard or indifference.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Years of neglect had left the old mansion in ruins.”
• Verb: “He neglected to water the plants, which led to their withering.”

Synonyms

• Disregard
• Omission
• Negligence
• Overlooking
• Ignoring
• Abandonment
• Disattention
• Inattention
• Carelessness
• Oversight