negligence

IPA: nˈɛgɫʌdʒʌns

The state of being negligent.
(law, singular only) The tort whereby a duty of reasonable care was breached, causing damage: any conduct short of intentional or reckless action that falls below the legal standard for preventing unreasonable injury.
(law, uncountable) The breach of a duty of care: the failure to exercise a standard of care that a reasonable person would have in a similar situation.

Examples of "negligence" in Sentences

The company was sued for negligence after failing to provide adequate safety measures for its employees
The doctor's negligence in prescribing the wrong medication led to a patient's serious health complications
The landlord was found liable for negligence when a tenant slipped and fell on the icy sidewalk
The driver was charged with vehicular manslaughter due to his negligence in running a red light
The restaurant owner faced legal repercussions for negligence in maintaining proper food safety standards