neglectful Meaning, Definition & Usage
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adjective satellite not showing due care or attention
inattentive.
- inattentive students
- an inattentive babysitter
- neglectful parents
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adjective satellite failing in what duty requires
derelict; delinquent; remiss.
- derelict (or delinquent) in his duty
- neglectful of his duties
- remiss of you not to pay your bills
WordNet
Neg*lect"ful adjective
Definitions
Full of neglect; heedless; careless; negligent; inattentive; indifferent. Pope.A cold and neglectful countenance. Locke.
Though the Romans had no great genius for trade, yet they were not entirely neglectful of it. Arbuthnot.
--Neg*lect"ful*ly , adv. --Neg*lect"ful*ness , n.
