negligence
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(noun) failure to act |
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Synonyms: carelessness, neglect, nonperformance |
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Related Words: dereliction, dodging, escape, evasion, neglect of duty, nonaccomplishment, nonachievement |
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(noun) the trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern |
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Synonyms: neglect, neglectfulness |
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Related Words: carelessness, delinquency, dereliction, laxity, laxness, remissness, willful neglect |
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