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Neglect (Noun)

Willful lack of care and attention.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Lack of attention and due care.

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

The old mansion had fallen into disrepair through years of neglect by its owners.
Her health began to suffer due to the neglect of her physical and emotional needs.
The neglected garden was overgrown with weeds and vines.
The city's infrastructure was showing signs of neglect, with cracked sidewalks and potholed roads.
Child neglect was a serious concern for social services, who worked to identify and support vulnerable families.

The state of something that has been unused and neglected; "the house was in a terrible state of neglect".

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The abandoned house stood as a testament to years of neglect, its once vibrant paint chipped and faded.
After the owner's death, the garden fell into a state of neglect, with weeds growing up through the cracks in the pavement.
The room showed signs of neglect, with dust coating every surface and cobwebs hanging from the corners.
The park had been closed for years, and it was clear that it had suffered from a lack of maintenance and neglect.
The old car had been left in the garage for so long that it was evident it had been the victim of neglect, with rust eating away at the metal body.

The trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern.

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

His laziness was often confused with neglect, but in reality, he just needed a kickstart to get going.
Her constant neglect of her finances led to debt collectors showing up at her doorstep every week.
The company's neglect of safety protocols was evident in the series of accidents that occurred on the job site.
The child's emotional neglect by her parents resulted in attachment issues that took years to overcome.
His mental health began to deteriorate due to the neglect of his own well-being, as he prioritized work over self-care.