neglect
Pronunciation: [nɪˈɡlɛkt]
Word
Context: “care”
(verb) to not take care of something or someone that needs attention. If you neglect your homework, it means you are not doing it when you should.
Example
She always makes sure to water her plants, so they never get neglected.
Example
He neglected his chores and now the house is messy.
Example
Are you neglecting your responsibilities at school?
Context: “care”
(noun) the failure to take care of someone or something that needs help or attention. If a pet is not fed, it suffers from neglect.
Example
The animal shelter helps rescue pets from neglect.
Example
The garden fell into neglect because no one tended to it.
Example
What are some signs of neglect in pets?
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