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neglectful

neg·lect·ful

US/nɪˈɡlɛktfʌl/ uncommon

adjective

1.

leaving vulnerable

  • “neglectful of her own financial security”
2.

not showing due care or attention

  • “inattentive students”
  • “an inattentive babysitter”
  • “neglectful parents”
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3.

failing in what duty requires

  • “derelict (or delinquent) in his duty”
  • “neglectful of his duties”
  • “remiss of you not to pay your bills”

Origin

From neglect + -ful.

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