neglected
pronunciation
How to pronounce neglected in British English:
UK [nɪˈɡlektɪd]
How to pronounce neglected in American English:
US [ nɪˈɡlektɪd]
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- Adjective:
- disregarded
- lacking a caretaker
Word Origin
- neglected (adj.)
- "not treated with proper attention," c. 1600, past participle adjective from neglect (v.).
Example
- 1. Another neglected part of their body is the fingertips .
- 2. It is the third task that is being neglected .
- 3. During his first term , he neglected to present his own plan for peace .
- 4. Conversely , neglected rat pups grow up observably anxious .
- 5. Strategic initiative is a vital but neglected concept in foreign policy .