Word
neglected
Phoneticsne·glect·ed, stress on the second syllable
US/nəˈɡɫɛktəd/
UK/nɪɡlˈɛktɪd/
Definition
adj. not receiving enough care or attention.
adj. suffering from a lack of proper care, maintenance, or attention.
Examples
“He neglected his garden, so it is full of weeds.”
“The landlord neglected the building for years, leading to serious structural damage and safety concerns.”
“While the author focused heavily on the protagonist's internal monologue, she neglected to provide sufficient world-building, leaving the setting feeling somewhat hollow.”
Examples
simple
“He neglected his garden, so it is full of weeds.”
contextual
“The landlord neglected the building for years, leading to serious structural damage and safety concerns.”
complex
“While the author focused heavily on the protagonist's internal monologue, she neglected to provide sufficient world-building, leaving the setting feeling somewhat hollow.”
Real-World Examples
“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.” Synonyms
Antonyms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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