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neglecting

adjective

Synonyms and Antonyms of neglecting

failing to give proper care and attention

our chronically neglecting custodian has let trash accumulate around the warehouse

Synonyms of neglecting

careless, derelict, disregardful, lax, lazy, neglectful, negligent, remiss, slack

Words Related to neglecting

heedless, incautious, irresponsible, reckless, wild

unguarded, unwary

disregardful, disregarding, inattentive, oblivious, thoughtless, unheeding, unmindful, unthinking

apathetic, disinterested, indifferent, unconcerned, uninterested

Near Antonyms of neglecting

meticulous, painstaking, punctilious

cautious, chary, circumspect, gingerly, guarded

alert, heedful, heeding, mindful, observant, regardful, regarding, vigilant, wary, watchful

foresighted, forethoughtful, provident, responsible

thinking, thoughtful

concerned, interested

Antonyms of neglecting

attentive, careful, conscientious, nonnegligent

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