adjective
- failing to give proper care or attention to something; negligent in performing a duty or responsibility
Usage: formal
Examples
- The security guard was remiss in his duties and failed to lock the building.
- I would be remiss if I didn’t thank everyone who helped with the project.
- The teacher was remiss in not returning the graded papers on time.
- It would be remiss of me not to mention the risks involved.
- The company was remiss in addressing customer complaints promptly.
- She felt remiss for forgetting her friend’s birthday.