HyperDic: neglectful

English > 2 senses of the word neglectful:
ADJECTIVEallneglectful, inattentivenot showing due care or attention
allneglectful, derelict, delinquent, remissfailing in what duty requires
neglectful > pronunciation
Soundsnihgleh'ktfahl
Rhymesabdominal ... zoological: 2115 rhymes with ahl...
English > neglectful: 2 senses > adjective 1
Meaningnot showing due care or attention.
Example "neglectful parents"
Synonyminattentive
BroadernegligentCharacterized by neglect and undue lack of concern
Spanishdesatento, indiferente
Nounsneglectfulnessthe trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern
English > neglectful: 2 senses > adjective 2
Meaningfailing in what duty requires.
Example "neglectful of his duties"
Synonymsderelict, delinquent, remiss
BroadernegligentCharacterized by neglect and undue lack of concern
Spanishdelincuente, negligente
Nounsneglectfulnessthe trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern
Adverbsneglectfullyin a neglectful manner

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