neglectful
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adjective \ni-ˈglek(t)-fəl\Definition of NEGLECTFUL
: given to neglecting : careless, heedless
— ne·glect·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb
— ne·glect·ful·ness noun
See Examples of NEGLECTFUL
- <he's certainly not a neglectful father as he takes very good care of his children>
First Known Use of NEGLECTFUL
1624
Related to NEGLECTFUL
- Synonyms
- careless, derelict, disregardful, lax, lazy, negligent, neglecting, remiss, slack
- Antonyms
- attentive, careful, conscientious, nonnegligent
See Synonym Discussion at negligent
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