SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
remiss
adjective
Careless or neglectful in carrying out a responsibility.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Neglectful of duty
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Usage distinction
Return to topRemiss judges performance of a responsibility. Forgetful can explain a lapse without establishing general negligence; delinquent has additional legal and financial uses.
CHECK THE MEANING IN CONTEXT
See remiss in use
The organizer was remiss in failing to confirm the room reservation.
The volunteer had also been remiss in recording loans, leaving several entries without the information needed to locate the equipment.
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