⚠️negligent

adjective
/ˈnɛɡ.lɪ.dʒənt/

Meaning

Failing to take proper care in doing something; careless.
failing to take proper care; careless; showing lack of attention

Example Sentences

The company was found negligent in providing workplace safety.

The negligent driver caused a serious accident.

Example Expressions

grossly negligent

Synonyms

careless, inattentive, reckless, heedless, lax, irresponsible, neglectful
Entry 1
careless, inattentive, reckless, heedless, lax
Entry 2
careless, irresponsible, inattentive, neglectful

Antonyms

careful, attentive, responsible, diligent
Entry 1
careful, attentive, responsible
Entry 2
careful, responsible, attentive, diligent

Collocations

negligent in duty, found negligent, grossly negligent, negligent behavior, negligent driving, negligent care
Entry 1
negligent in duty, found negligent, grossly negligent, negligent behavior
Entry 2
negligent behavior, negligent driving, negligent care

More Example Sentences

A student who spoils this time negligently cannot gain success.

A student at Vasanth Academy who wastes study hours negligently cannot gain success.

Extending the deadline does not mean I am being negligent, rather I want to ensure quality.

Related Vocabularies

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