neglect
verb (used with object)
to pay no attention or too little attention to; disregard or slight.
self-neglect
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a word derived from
neglect.
Example Sentences
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Nonie Heystek’s dad and stepmother were showing signs of dementia and self-neglect.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 4, 2026
That self-neglect resulted in a health challenge, which eventually led to Godfred reconnecting with her passion for poetry and self-exploration.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 4, 2026
Adult Protective Services agencies in every state receive reports of possible neglect, self-neglect, abuse or exploitation of older people and other vulnerable adults.
From New York Times ● May 9, 2022
It follows, she notes, why "self-neglect is often a sign of depression."
From Salon ● Aug. 14, 2021
Self-respect will not allow him to do anything which is considered vulgar, unmannerly, gross, rude, or selfish; he will avoid the two extremes, of self-neglect on the one hand and self-display on the other.
From Moral Principles and Medical Practice The Basis of Medical Jurisprudence by Charles Coppens
