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The garden looked neglected after no one watered it for weeks.
What does Neglected mean?
Neglected means feeling ignored or not cared for enough.
Dictionary definition
Feeling ignored or not cared for enough.
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What does neglected mean?
Neglected means feeling ignored or not cared for enough.
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Which word is closest in meaning to neglected?
Ignored is close in meaning to neglected in this context.
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Which sentence best shows someone feeling neglected?
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WordNeglected.
Partadjective.
MeaningNeglected means feeling ignored or not cared for enough.
ExampleExample: The garden looked neglected after no one watered it for weeks.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- nuh · glek · tid
- Strongest beat
- glek
- Ending
- tid
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on glek.
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Synonyms
Words like Neglected
ignoredUse when someone or something gets little attention.
Antonyms
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cherishedUse when someone or something is loved and cared for.
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Word family
Neglected word family
Base word
neglect
adjective
neglectful
Not giving enough care or attention.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show missing care or attention.
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Neglected can describe people, animals, places, or things that need care.
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