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Adjective neglectful has 3 senses
- neglectful, neglectful of - leaving vulnerable; "neglectful of her own financial security"
Antonym: protective (indirect, via unprotective)
- inattentive, neglectful - not showing due care or attention; "inattentive students"; "an inattentive babysitter"; "neglectful parents"
Antonym: diligent (indirect, via negligent)
- derelict, delinquent, neglectful, remiss - failing in what duty requires; "derelict (or delinquent) in his duty"; "neglectful of his duties"; "remiss of you not to pay your bills"
Antonym: diligent (indirect, via negligent)
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