neglectful

[Eng. neglect; -ful (l).] 1. Heedle , carele , inattentive; apt to neglect or disregard; negligent; not careful or heedful. (Followed by of before the object of neglect.) "The fond companion of his helple years, Silent went next, neglectful of her charms." Goldsmith: Deserted Village. 2. Indicating or expre ive of neglect or in differ ence. "Shew a cold and neglectful countenance to them upon doing ill."- Locke : On Education . nèg-lěct-ful-ly, adv. [Eng. neglectful: -ly.] In a neglectful manner; with neglect, indifference, or slighting.