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Neglectfulness - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Neglectfulness is the quality of being careless or inattentive, often resulting in failure to fulfill responsibilities or provide proper care. It implies a lack of attention or concern.

neglectfulness

/nɪˈɡlɛktfəlnəs/ /nɪˈɡlɛktfəlnəs/

Definition:

The quality of being careless or inattentive, often resulting in disregard or omission.

Synonyms:

carelessness, inattention, negligence, disregard

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

attentiveness, diligence

Common Collocations:

parental neglectfulness, chronic neglectfulness, signs of neglectfulness

Derivatives:

neglectful, neglectfully

Usage Tips:

Use "neglectfulness" to describe habitual carelessness, especially in duties or responsibilities.

Common Phrases:

"neglectfulness of duty, " "sheer neglectfulness, " "acts of neglectfulness"

Etymology:

Derived from "neglectful," which combines "neglect" (Latin *neglegere*, "disregard") and the suffix "-ful."

Examples:

  • 1. Her neglectfulness led to missed deadlines at work.
  • 2. The child’s poor health resulted from parental neglectfulness.
  • 3. His neglectfulness caused the plants to wither and die.
  • 4. Neglectfulness in maintenance can damage expensive equipment over time.

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