Word adjective
neglected
adj.
US /nəˈɡɫɛktəd/ UK /nɪɡlˈɛktɪd/ ne·glect·ed
Definition
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
not receiving enough care or attention.
suffering from a lack of proper care, maintenance, or attention.
Simple“The garden was neglected and full of tall weeds.”
In context“The neglected infrastructure of the old industrial district posed a significant challenge for the urban renewal committee.”
Real-world usage
“Snakebite is considered one of the world's most neglected tropical diseases.”
“Every year we say that we cannot go on like this and that as a society we must do more to support communities which often feel abandoned and neglected.”
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated