1. fails to care for or give proper attention to
Usage: third person singular present
2. fails to do something that should be done
Usage: third person singular present

1. instances of failing to care for or attend to something
Usage: plural form

Examples

• She neglects her garden during the winter months.
• The company neglects employee safety concerns.
• He often neglects to lock the front door.
• The student neglects her homework assignments.
• The building shows signs of years of neglects.
• Multiple neglects of duty led to his dismissal.
• The report documented several neglects in patient care.