Definitions and Examples of disregard, ignore, neglect
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To pay no attention to; ignore.
Example
He chose to disregard the warning signs and ended up getting lost in the woods.
To refuse to take notice of or acknowledge; disregard intentionally.
Example
She decided to ignore her friend's advice and went ahead with her plan.
To fail to care for or attend to properly; to ignore or disregard.
Example
The landlord neglected to fix the leaky faucet, causing water damage to the apartment.
Key Differences: disregard vs ignore vs neglect
- 1Disregard implies a conscious decision to ignore or pay no attention to something.
- 2Ignore suggests a deliberate act of not acknowledging or recognizing something.
- 3Neglect implies a failure to care for or attend to something properly.
Effective Usage of disregard, ignore, neglect
- 1Clarify Expectations: Use depend and its antonyms to communicate expectations clearly.
- 2Express Disapproval: Use disregard, ignore, and neglect to express disapproval or dissatisfaction.
- 3Discuss Responsibilities: Incorporate these antonyms in discussions about responsibilities and accountability.
Remember this!
The antonyms of depend convey a lack of reliance or trust. Disregard implies a conscious decision to ignore, ignore suggests a deliberate act of not acknowledging, and neglect implies a failure to care for properly. Use these words to clarify expectations, express disapproval, and discuss responsibilities.
