Neglectfully: meaning, definitions and examples

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neglectfully

 

[ nɪˈɡlɛktfʊli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of action

Neglectfully is an adverb that describes an action performed in a careless or indifferent manner. When someone acts neglectfully, they fail to pay attention or show proper concern for something important. This term often implies a disregard for responsibilities or the needs of others. It underscores a lack of care or diligence in one's actions, suggesting that the individual may not realize the weight of their negligence.

Synonyms

carelessly, indifferently, recklessly.

Examples of usage

  • She spoke neglectfully about her responsibilities.
  • He handled the task neglectfully, which led to mistakes.
  • They treated the warning neglectfully, ignoring its potential consequences.

Translations

Translations of the word "neglectfully" in other languages:

🇵🇹 negligentemente

🇮🇳 उपेक्षापूर्वक

🇩🇪 nachlässig

🇮🇩 dengan acuh tak acuh

🇺🇦 неуважно

🇵🇱 lekceważąco

🇯🇵 無視して

🇫🇷 négligemment

🇪🇸 negligentemente

🇹🇷 ihmal ederek

🇰🇷 무관심하게

🇸🇦 بلامبالاة

🇨🇿 nedbale

🇸🇰 nedbalo

🇨🇳 疏忽地

🇸🇮 neprevidno

🇮🇸 vanrækslu

🇰🇿 босқа

🇬🇪 გაუთვალისწინებლად

🇦🇿 laqeyd şəkildə

🇲🇽 negligentemente

Etymology

The term 'neglectfully' derives from the word 'neglect', which originates from the Latin word 'neglegere', meaning 'to disregard' or 'to not choose'. The prefix 'ne-' suggests a negation, while 'legere' means 'to choose or read'. Over time, 'neglect' evolved in English through Old French, coming to imply a failure to care for something. The adverbial form 'neglectfully' emerged to describe actions characterized by a lack of attention or care. Its usage reflects a blend of linguistic influences, illustrating how language evolves and adapts over centuries to express complex human behaviors and attitudes towards responsibility.