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Topic: Emotions

needy

IPA: /ˈniːdi/

KK: /ˈnidɪ/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who requires a lot of help, support, or affection, often more than is usual or healthy.

Example: The needy children in the shelter received gifts during the holiday season.

negatively

IPA: /ˈnɛɡətɪvli/

KK: /ˈnɛgətɪvli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is harmful or not good; expressing disapproval or criticism.

Example: She spoke negatively about the project during the meeting.

negativeness

IPA: /ˈnɛɡətɪvnəs/

KK: /nɛgətɪvnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being negative or pessimistic.

Example: Her negativeness about the project made it difficult for the team to stay motivated.

negativity

IPA: /nɛɡəˈtɪvɪti/

KK: /nɛgətɪvɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being negative, often involving pessimism or criticism.

Example: Her constant negativity made it hard for others to stay positive.

neglect

IPA: /nɪˈɡlɛkt/

KK: /nɪˈɡlɛkt/

noun

Definition: The state of not giving enough care or attention to something or someone.

Example: The neglect of the old building led to its deterioration over time.

transitive verb

Definition: To not give enough care or attention to something or someone, often resulting in problems or harm.

Example: He tends to neglect his health by not eating well or exercising.

neglected

IPA: /nɪˈɡlɛktɪd/

KK: /nɪˈɡlɛktɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has not been given enough attention or care.

Example: The neglected garden was overgrown with weeds and wildflowers.

verb

Definition: To fail to take care of something or someone, resulting in harm or damage.

Example: The old house was neglected for many years before it was finally restored.

neglecter

IPA: /nɪˈɡlɛktər/

KK: /nɪˈɡlɛktər/

noun

Definition: A person who fails to take care of something or someone, often ignoring their needs or responsibilities.

Example: The neglecter of the garden allowed the plants to wither and die.

neglectful

IPA: /nɪˈɡlɛktfəl/

KK: /nɪˈɡlɛktfəl/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who fails to take care of something or someone, often ignoring responsibilities or duties.

Example: The neglectful parent forgot to pick up their child from school.

neglectfulness

IPA: /nɪˈɡlɛktfəl.nəs/

KK: /nɪˈɡlɛktfəl/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of not giving proper attention or care to something or someone.

Example: His neglectfulness towards his studies led to poor grades.

neighborliness

IPA: /ˈneɪbərˌlɪnəs/

KK: /ˈneɪbərˌlɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being friendly and helpful to those who live nearby.

Example: The sense of neighborliness in our community makes it a great place to live.

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