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remiss

One entry found for remiss.
Main Entry: re·miss
Pronunciation: ri-'mis
Function: adjective
Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French remis, Latin remissus, from past participle of remittere to send back, relax
1 : negligent in the performance of work or duty : CARELESS
2 : showing neglect or inattention : LAX
synonym see NEGLIGENT
- re·miss·ly adverb
- re·miss·ness noun