Definitions and Examples of neglect, ignore
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Fail to care for properly; disregard or ignore.
Example
The landlord neglected to fix the leaky faucet, causing water damage to the apartment.
Refuse to take notice of or acknowledge; disregard intentionally.
Example
She decided to ignore his rude comment and not engage in an argument.
Key Differences: neglect vs ignore
- 1Neglect implies a failure to care for something or someone properly, while ministered implies providing care and attention.
- 2Ignore implies a deliberate decision to not pay attention to something or someone, while ministered implies actively providing support and assistance.
Effective Usage of neglect, ignore
- 1Healthcare: Use ministered to describe medical care provided to patients.
- 2Religion: Use ministered to describe the act of providing spiritual guidance or support.
- 3Social Work: Use ministered to describe providing support and assistance to those in need.
- 4Parenting: Use neglect and ignore to describe negative parenting behaviors that can harm children.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of ministered are neglect and ignore. Use ministered to describe providing care and attention, while neglect and ignore imply a lack of attention or care towards someone or something. These words can be used in healthcare, religion, social work, and parenting contexts.
