remiss
adjectiveCareless or neglectful in carrying out a responsibility.
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nounThe cancellation, reduction, or suspension of a penalty, obligation, or burden.
delinquent
adjectiveFailing to fulfill a duty or violating a rule or law.
lax
adjectiveNot sufficiently strict, careful, or attentive.
negligent
adjectiveFailing to exercise the care or attention a responsibility requires.
One word family: also includes negligence.
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