negligent

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Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective characterized by neglect and undue lack of concern

Etymology

From Middle English necligent, negligent, from Old French negligent, from Latin negligēns.

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