neglectful

Meanings

• Adjective

  Failing to give proper attention or care to someone or something.

  - "His neglectful behavior towards his family led to their separation."
  - "The neglectful driver failed to notice the pedestrian in the crosswalk."

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Rhymes

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forgetful , misunderstood , unproductive , disapproved

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Variants

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neglectful , neglectfully , neglectfulness , neglectfulnesses

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Forms

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neglectfully, neglectfulness

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'neglectus', meaning 'unattended' or 'unnoticed'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that neglectful parents can face legal consequences in some jurisdictions?

2. Neglectful behavior can lead to various negative outcomes, including strained relationships, decreased productivity, and even physical harm.

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Related Concepts

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1. negligence: The act of failing to exercise the care that a reasonably prudent person would in like circumstances.

2. apathy: A lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern. Neglectful behavior can sometimes be a manifestation of apathy.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'neglectful' is often used to describe characters who fail to give proper attention or care to their loved ones or responsibilities. For instance, in Fyodor Dostoevsky's 'Crime and Punishment', the protagonist Raskolnikov exhibits neglectful behavior towards his mother and sister.

How to Memorize "neglectful"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person ignoring someone or something that requires their attention.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'neglectful' with the image of a parent not spending enough time with their child.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'N-E-G-L-E-C-T-F-U-L: Not Engaging, Giving Less Care, Forgetting Understandings, Lacking Effort, Careless, Thoughtless, and Unresponsive'.

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