Pronunciation: /nɪˈɡlɛkt/
noun the act of disregarding or ignoring something or someone
A1 Neglect of personal hygiene can lead to health problems.
A2 The child suffered from neglect and was removed from the home.
B1 The neglect of the garden was evident in the overgrown weeds.
B2 The neglect of the historic building led to its eventual collapse.
C1 The neglect of the environment has far-reaching consequences for future generations.
C2 The neglect of mental health issues can have serious implications for overall well-being.
verb to fail to care for properly or pay attention to
A1 She neglects to water her plants regularly.
A2 The teacher noticed that the student was neglecting their homework assignments.
B1 The company's neglect of employee safety led to multiple workplace accidents.
B2 The government's neglect of infrastructure maintenance has resulted in deteriorating roads and bridges.
C1 The CEO was criticized for neglecting the company's long-term strategic planning.
C2 The artist's neglect of their health ultimately affected their ability to create new work.
formal Neglecting one's duties can result in serious consequences in the workplace.
informal Don't neglect to water the plants while I'm away.
slang Stop neglecting your health, dude. You need to start working out.
figurative Neglecting to nurture a relationship can lead to its eventual demise.
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