The Russian language is rich in words that can convey various shades of emotions. For example, disrespect for a person can be expressed in any way - contempt, carelessness, neglect. Therefore, to neglect is to relate to someone or something without due attention or respect.
In this article we will consider the meaning of the word “neglect”, the appropriateness of its use, and what this word means as a character trait of a person.
Use of the word neglect
Despite the fact that our language allows us to accurately express our feelings and emotions, we do not use these opportunities (I would like to say here “neglect them”). Many words are simply not used, because for everyday speech the vocabulary of Ellochka the Ogre is quite enough. Social networks reduced human spoken language to two phrases: “like” or “not like”.
Instead of the word “neglect”, the meaning of which many do not know, it is much easier to say that “it is not necessary”, “it is not interesting” or “I treat it without due respect or attention”. What does this word mean and when is its use appropriate?
“Neglect”: meaning of the word
The word “neglect” as a noun (or “neglect” as a verb form) expresses a galaxy of meanings. If we are talking about a person whom we neglect, this means that we do not respect him, we do not protect him, we do not consider him worthy of our attention. You can also neglect something inanimate. For example, “neglect help”, “neglect someone’s attention”, “neglect act”. The meaning here remains the same - when using this word, a person means that he will manage perfectly well without this subject. The synonyms of the word “neglect” are the words “contempt”, “arrogance”. A person who neglects - ignores, does not respect, does not take into account, disdain, violates the foundations, closes his eyes to what is happening or looks through his fingers. On the other hand, the antonyms of this word are the expressions “respect someone”, “treat with respect”.
Neglect as a character trait
Neglect is not considered very good quality. For example, you are absolutely confident in your abilities or skills and know that you don’t need other people's recommendations or advice.
Instead of gratefully listening to a person who wishes us well, the majority tries to neglect such help. This happens at some unconscious level. Perhaps in order to show their own importance and superiority, or because of the banal disrespect. If you do not want to seem like such a person, then do not neglect unexpected and even more unsolicited help.
“Neglect” in Proverbs and Sayings
The word “neglect” is not so often used in folklore. By and large, most people hear only one proverb: “Live your mind, but do not neglect good advice.”
As you can see, folk wisdom also informs that one should not refuse moral support, even that which he did not ask for. Neglecting is more a sign of a small mind than wisdom and awareness.
