negligent
adjective6 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.8
negligent in7.2
Used to specify the action or duty where care was lacking, often followed by a noun or '-ing' verb.
Used to specify the matter or issue about which someone was careless.
To be extremely careless, often with serious consequences.
Careless to a degree that it is considered a criminal offense.
be negligent7.5
Used to state the condition of failing to take proper care.
Used to describe the appearance of failing to take proper care.