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neglect Synonyms

Another word for neglect

Choosing another word for neglect depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To fail to care for properly or give sufficient attention to a person, duty, or object.

Usage Example

"Busy professionals must be careful not to disregard their physical health while pursuing career goals."

Strongest
disregard
ignore
Strong
overlook
abandon
forsake
slight
shirk

• noun (Context 2)

The state or fact of being uncared for, or the failure to give proper attention and care to someone or something.

Usage Example

"The historic building had fallen into a state of severe disrepair after decades of disregard."

Strongest
disregard
inattention
Strong
negligence
abandonment
forsaking
oversight

• verb (Context 3)

To fail or omit to do something, especially through carelessness or forgetfulness.

Usage Example

"The applicant neglected to sign the bottom of the registration form before mailing it."

Strongest
omit
Strong
forget
fail
leave out

Opposites of neglect

The opposite of neglect shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

care
cherish
remember
nurture
attention
tend
look after
maintenance
See all opposites of neglect

• Nearby Words

negativity
negatory
negging
neglect
neglectful
neglectfully
negligee

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Neglect. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/neglect
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