negligent – failing to take proper care over something

(Pronounced neh-gluh-jnt)

To remember the definition of the word negligent, use the following mnemonic:

I gave the house sitter a negative review; he wasn't intelligent (negligent) and had failed to take proper care of it. 

Examples of negligent in a sentence

The inquiry revealed negligent medical care was the reason he died.

His negligent driving cost him his licence. 

Her negligent behaviour at work could no longer be tolerated.