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.
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.