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Synonyms & Similar Words
carelessness
thoughtlessness
inattention
laxity
irresponsibility
recklessness
sloppiness
slackness
indifference
lackadaisicalness
nonchalance
heedlessness
remissness
dereliction
omission
default
neglect
failure
omission
lapse
blunder
mistake
error
infringement
violation
transgression
delinquency
culpability
fault
blame
guilt
Meaning of Negligence
The primary meaning of "negligence" refers to a failure to take proper care or attention, resulting in damage or injury to someone or something.
Definitions
- The state of being negligent or the quality of being neglectful
- * A failure to take proper care or attention, resulting in damage or injury to someone or something
- * A breach of a legal duty to take care, resulting in damage or injury to someone or something
Etymology of Negligence
The word "negligence" originates from the Latin words "neglegere" (to neglect) and the suffix "-ence" (a state or quality)
Historically, the term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a lack of care or attention
Example Uses
- The company was sued for negligence after one of their employees caused an accident
- * The doctor's negligence resulted in the patient's condition worsening
- * The negligence of the driver led to a serious car crash
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
diligence
carefulness
attentiveness
thoughtfulness
responsibility
prudence
caution
vigilance
meticulousness
thoroughness
precision
accuracy
attentiveness
mindfulness
scrupulousness
fastidiousness
conscientiousness
thoroughness
rigor
strictness