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Negligent

adjective

/ˈneɡ.lɪ.dʒənt/

Meaning

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

Failing to take proper care in doing something; careless.

The negligent driver caused a serious accident.

The company was found negligent in providing workplace safety.

grossly negligent

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

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careless, irresponsible, inattentive, neglectful

Entry 2

careless, inattentive, reckless, heedless, lax

careful, responsible, attentive, diligent

Entry 1

careful, responsible, attentive, diligent

Entry 2

careful, attentive, responsible

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

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negligent behavior, negligent driving, negligent care

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

Flexible and agile in body or movement.

not in accordance with a political constitution; violating constitutional principles

Relating to economics or the economy; justified in terms of profitability.

likely or expected to happen in the future; potential

Comprehensive or all-embracing; forming an arch over something.

Having knowledge or being aware of; fully informed about.