Meticulous and Negligent

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Meticulous

Meticulous adjective - Taking, showing, or involving great care and effort.
Usage example: did a meticulous job of restoring the painting
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Negligent is an antonym for meticulous in topics: thorough, detailed.
Nearby Word: meticulously

Negligent

Negligent adjective - Failing to give proper care and attention.
Usage example: the youngster has been woefully negligent in taking care of the vacationing neighbor's dog, repeatedly forgetting to feed the poor animal
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Meticulous is an antonym for negligent.
Nearby Words: neglect, negligence, neglectful, negligently
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