neglectful (Meaning)

Wordnet

neglectful (s)

not showing due care or attention

failing in what duty requires

Webster

Full of neglect; heedless; careless; negligent; inattentive; indifferent.

The chronic neglectful parent failed to provide adequate care for their child.
Despite his wealth, the elderly man was subjected to neglectful conditions in his nursing home.
The neglectful landlord allowed the property to fall into disrepair, endangering the tenants.
The neglectful teacher ignored his students' needs, resulting in low academic performance.
The neglectful dog owner left his pet chained outside without proper shelter or food.
The neglectful doctor ignored his patient's concerns, leading to a misdiagnosis and unnecessary suffering.
The neglectful CEO allowed the company to decline due to his lack of attention to its affairs.
The neglectful neighbor ignored the cries for help from his elderly next-door neighbor.
The neglectful guardian squandered the inheritance of their ward, leaving them impoverished.
The neglectful government failed to protect its citizens from environmental hazards, resulting in widespread illness.

not showing due care or attention, failing in what duty requiresFull of neglect; heedless; careless; negligent; inattentive; indifferent.

derelict, negligent, lazy,careless, neglecting, oblivious,reckless, slack, lax, remiss

responsible, attentive, conscientious, meticulous, punctilious, attentive, responsible, cautious, careful, cautious

The chronic neglectful parent failed to provide adequate care for their child.

Despite his wealth, the elderly man was subjected to neglectful conditions in his nursing home.

The neglectful landlord allowed the property to fall into disrepair, endangering the tenants.

The neglectful teacher ignored his students' needs, resulting in low academic performance.