remiss
3 synonyms and 4 antonyms for remiss, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Careless or negligent about a duty or responsibility.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use remiss
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
remiss of me
remiss in his duties
A formal word, often used in the set phrase "it would be remiss of me..." before mentioning something important.
Etymology
From Latin remissus ("slack, negligent"), the past participle of remittere ("to relax, let go").
Full origin of remiss →Frequently asked questions
What does “remiss” mean?
The word “remiss” means careless or negligent about a duty or responsibility. In plain terms, failing to do something you were supposed to do — careless about your duty.
How do you pronounce “remiss”?
“Remiss” is pronounced ruh-MIHS (/ɹəˈmɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “remiss” in a sentence?
Here is “remiss” used in a sentence: “It would be remiss of me not to mention the risks involved.”
What part of speech is “remiss”?
“Remiss” is an adjective.
Where does the word “remiss” come from?
The word “remiss” comes from Latin. From Latin remissus ("slack, negligent"), the past participle of remittere ("to relax, let go").
