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NEGLIGENTLY
/nˈɛɡlɪdʒʌntli/AdverbNEG-li-gent-lyneg|li|gent|ly · 4 syllablesGrade 12
Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2026
Meaning
In a negligent manner: carelessly or inattentively.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
Etymology tree English negligent Middle English -ly English -ly English negligently From negligent + -ly.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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NYT Puzzle Appearances
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