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English adjective: neglectful

1. neglectful not showing due care or attention


SamplesInattentive students.
An inattentive babysitter.
Neglectful parents.


Synonymsinattentive


Similarnegligent


Antonymsdiligent

2. neglectful failing in what duty requires


SamplesDerelict (or delinquent) in his duty.
Neglectful of his duties.
Remiss of you not to pay your bills.


Synonymsdelinquent, derelict, remiss


Similarnegligent


Antonymsdiligent









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