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NEGLECTFUL

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Neglectful.

Neglectful - as an adjective satellite

Not showing due care or attention

Example: "Inattentive students"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inattentive14

Failing in what duty requires

Example: "Derelict (or delinquent) in his duty"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
delinquent20derelict11remiss8

Neglectful - as an adjective

Tending to neglect; failing to take care of matters which require attention.

Example Sentences

"He was a neglectful father who rarely spent time with his children."
"The neglectful nurse forgot to administer the patient's medication."
"The neglectful landlord failed to fix the leaking roof for months."
"She was neglectful of her duties as a supervisor, often leaving work unfinished."
"The neglectful teacher didn't provide any feedback on the students' assignments."
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Word Game Points

Is NEGLECTFUL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, neglectful is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NEGLECTFUL has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is NEGLECTFUL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, neglectful is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NEGLECTFUL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is NEGLECTFUL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, neglectful is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NEGLECTFUL has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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