Meaning Of The Word Negligent

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negligent
adjective: If someone in a position of responsibility is negligent, they do not do something which they ought to do.

negligent in American English
habitually failing to do the required thing; neglectful
adjective: guilty of or characterized by neglect, as of duty

negligent in British English
adjective: habitually neglecting duties, responsibilities, etc; lacking attention, care, or concern; neglectful

negligent in Insurance
adjective: If you are negligent, you do not take enough care of something or someone that you are responsible for, or you fail to do something which you ought to do.

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