Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Negligent

• (a.) Apt to neglect; customarily neglectful; characterized by negligence; careless; heedless; culpably careless; showing lack of attention; as, disposed in negligent order.

Synonyms of Negligent

• Abstracted
• Absent
• Heedless
• Listless
• Preoccupied
• Absent-Minded
• Inattentive
• Thoughtless
• Absorbed
• Indifferent
• Oblivious
• Derelict
• Delinquent
• Neglectful
• Remiss
• Lax
• Slack
• Hit-And-Run(Prenominal)
• Careless

Antonyms of Negligent

• Sedulous
• Hardworking
• Diligent
• Industrious
• Untiring
• Attentive
• Prompt
• Thoughtful
• Assiduous
• Tireless
• Alert
• On Hand
• Ready
• Wide-Awake

Homophones of Negligent