Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Negligence.
Negligence - as a noun
Failure to act with the prudence that a reasonable person would exercise under the same circumstances
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carelessness14neglect10nonperformance23Hypernyms (Closely Related)
nonaccomplishmentnonachievement24Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
neglect10neglectfulness20Hypernyms (Closely Related)
carelessness14sloppiness14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"His negligence led to the accident."
"The company was sued for medical negligence."
"The nurse was accused of negligence for not checking the patient's vital signs."
"She was found guilty of criminal negligence."
"The doctor's negligence caused harm to the patient."
Word Game Points
Is NEGLIGENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, negligence is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
NEGLIGENCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is NEGLIGENCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, negligence is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordNEGLIGENCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is NEGLIGENCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, negligence is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordNEGLIGENCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
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