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Translate files Negligence
/ˈnɛɡlɪdʒəns/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The failure to take proper care in doing something, leading to damage or harm.
His negligence in maintaining the equipment resulted in a major accident.
A legal term describing a breach of duty that results in damage or injury.
The plaintiff sued for negligence after the restaurant failed to warn customers about the wet floor.
The quality of being negligent; carelessness.
Her negligence during the project led to several costly mistakes.
Etymology
Late Middle English: from Latin negligentia, from neglegere 'to disregard'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
criminal negligence:
A failure to live up to a standard of care that demonstrates a conscious disregard for the safety of others.
gross negligence:
A severe form of negligence that shows a complete disregard for the safety of others.
negligence per se:
An act is considered negligent because it violates a statute or regulation.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
Slip-up
He made a slip-up by forgetting to submit the report.
Mishap
That mishap was due to his negligence in checking the equipment.