non-negligence

non--neg·li·gence

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Definitions of non-negligence word

noun non-negligence the quality, fact, or result of being negligent; neglect: negligence in discharging one's responsibilities. 1
noun non-negligence an instance of being negligent: a downfall brought about by many negligences. 1
noun non-negligence Law. the failure to exercise that degree of care that, in the circumstances, the law requires for the protection of other persons or those interests of other persons that may be injuriously affected by the want of such care. 1
adjective non-negligence Law. pertaining to or involving a civil action for compensation for damages filed by a person who claims to have suffered an injury or loss in an accident caused by another's negligence: a negligence suit; a large negligence award. 1

before 1300

One of the 15% oldest English words

1300-50; Middle English, variant of necligence < Latin necligentia. See negligent, -ence

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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