Negligent

Meaning

failing to take proper care; careless; showing lack of attention

Failing to take proper care in doing something; careless.

Example Sentences

The negligent driver caused a serious accident.

The company was found negligent in providing workplace safety.

Example Expressions

grossly negligent

Synonyms

careless, irresponsible, inattentive, neglectful, reckless, heedless, lax

Entry 1

careless, irresponsible, inattentive, neglectful

Entry 2

careless, inattentive, reckless, heedless, lax

Antonyms

careful, responsible, attentive, diligent

Entry 1

careful, responsible, attentive, diligent

Entry 2

careful, attentive, responsible

Collocations

negligent behavior, negligent driving, negligent care, negligent in duty, found negligent, grossly negligent

Entry 1

negligent behavior, negligent driving, negligent care

Entry 2

negligent in duty, found negligent, grossly negligent, negligent behavior