Meaning & Definition of word "Dereliction"

noun:

• 1. the act of abandoning or neglecting a duty or responsibility.
  • Example: The manager was reprimanded for the dereliction of her duties, which led to several mistakes in the project.
• 2. the state of being abandoned or neglected.
  • Example: The dereliction of the once-thriving neighborhood led to an increase in crime and decay.
• 3. the willful neglect of one's responsibilities.
  • Example: His dereliction in caring for the estate resulted in its rapid decline.
• 4. a failure to fulfill a legal or moral obligation.
  • Example: The politician faced accusations of dereliction of duty after failing to address the concerns of his constituents.
• 5. the act of neglecting duties regarding a person or property.
  • Example: The case of child dereliction brought to light the dangers of inadequate supervision.