LAXNESS Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

laxness

noun

Definition of laxness

as in negligence

failure to take the care that a cautious person usually takes the mountain climber's uncharacteristic laxness almost caused an accident

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Recent Examples of laxness Still, being private isn’t a license to let laxness creep in. — Phil Wahba, Fortune, 31 Mar. 2026

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negligence

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The Bellos family, through their Kansas City attorney Tom Porto, filed a lawsuit in late June alleging assault, medical negligence and Sunshine Law violations.

— Laura Bauer July 7, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2026
Metz’s attorneys could not be reached for comment on the sentencing, but during the hearing, Jones emphasized that Metz has taken responsibility for his negligence and has felt remorse every day since the shooting.

— Katie Langford, Denver Post, 7 July 2026

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