neglect
Meaning
To neglect is to fail to give proper attention, care, or consideration to someone or something, often resulting in adverse consequences; it implies a deliberate or negligent omission rather than an oversight, and can pertain to various contexts, including
💡 The term "neglect" can sometimes be misused to imply mere oversight; however, it often carries a connotation of intentional disregard or lack of care, particularly in legal and ethical discussions.
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