wilful neglect

Frequency: 7.21.5 per million words

the conscious and intentional failure to provide necessary care or attention

wilfulADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

neglect

Examples (10)

  • The child suffered due to his parents' wilful neglect.
  • Accusations of wilful neglect were brought against the caregiver.
  • Such wilful neglect of duties cannot be tolerated.
  • The report highlighted several cases of wilful neglect in the elderly care facility.
  • He was found guilty of wilful neglect, leading to serious consequences.
  • This is not an oversight; it is an act of wilful neglect.
  • The company faced legal action for its wilful neglect of safety regulations.
  • Preventing wilful neglect requires constant vigilance and accountability.
  • The judge condemned the wilful neglect shown towards the vulnerable.
  • Despite repeated warnings, their wilful neglect continued, causing further harm.