negligent (Meaning)
negligent (a)
characterized by neglect and undue lack of concern
negligent (a.)
Apt to neglect; customarily neglectful; characterized by negligence; careless; heedless; culpably careless; showing lack of attention; as, disposed in negligent order.
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negligent Sentence Examples
- The driver's negligent behavior caused the fatal accident.
- The company's negligent maintenance of the equipment resulted in a workplace injury.
- The doctor's negligent diagnosis led to a misdiagnosis and delayed treatment.
- The landlord's negligent repairs made the apartment unsafe for tenants.
- The teacher's negligent supervision allowed students to engage in dangerous activities.
- The government's negligent oversight allowed a corporation to violate environmental regulations.
- The hospital's negligent staffing decisions compromised patient care.
- The manufacturer's negligent design led to a faulty product.
- The employee's negligent handling of sensitive information caused a data breach.
- The parent's negligent neglect caused harm to their child.
FAQs About the word negligent
characterized by neglect and undue lack of concernApt to neglect; customarily neglectful; characterized by negligence; careless; heedless; culpably careless; sh
neglectful, careless, lazy, neglecting, slack,derelict, disregardful, remiss, irresponsible, lax
meticulous, meticulous, careful, responsible,careful, conscientious, responsible, attentive, nonnegligent, nonnegligent
The driver's negligent behavior caused the fatal accident.
The company's negligent maintenance of the equipment resulted in a workplace injury.
The doctor's negligent diagnosis led to a misdiagnosis and delayed treatment.
The landlord's negligent repairs made the apartment unsafe for tenants.
