negligent
Translation
negligent, careless
Examples
He was negligent in his duties.
He was negligent in his duties.
The negligent driver caused the crash.
The negligent driver caused the crash.
Grammar Patterns
((in sth.)) / ((-ing sth.)) to be negligent in (sth.) He was negligent in his duties.
a negligent ((noun)) a negligent (noun) The negligent driver caused the crash.
Similar Words
Synonyms: careless, remiss, inattentive; Antonyms: careful, diligent, conscientious
Etymology
From Latin 'negligentem', the present participle of 'neglegere' (to neglect).
Memory Tips
If you are 'negligent', you 'neglect' your responsibilities. The '-ent' suffix often indicates an adjective.