* To fail to give proper attention or care to something or someone. This can apply to things like:
* Physical objects: A neglected garden, a neglected house, a neglected piece of equipment.
* People: A neglected child, a neglected elderly person, a neglected pet.
* Responsibilities: Neglected duties, neglected responsibilities, neglected chores.
* To fail to do something that is necessary or important. For example:
* "He neglected to pay his bills."
* "She neglected to mention the risks involved."
"Neglected" can also be used as an adjective, meaning not given enough attention or care. For example:
* "The neglected child was malnourished."
* "The neglected garden was overgrown with weeds."
Synonyms for "neglected" include:
* Ignored
* Overlooked
* Abandoned
* Disregarded
* Uncared for
* Unattended
The specific meaning of "neglected" depends on the context in which it is used.