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verwaarloosd — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • derelict adj Abandoned and left to fall into disrepair.
  • dilapidated adjective In poor condition due to age or neglect; falling apart.
  • neglected adj Not given the care or attention needed; left in a poor state.
  • seedy adj Run-down, disreputable, or associated with dishonest or illegal activity.

Senses

verwaarloosd is used for these senses in English:

  • derelict Given up by the guardian or owner; abandoned, forsaken.
  • dilapidated Having fallen into a state of disrepair or deterioration, especially through neglect.
  • neglected Suffering from neglect; uncared-for.
  • seedy Shabby, run-down, possibly connected with bad, dishonest or illegal activities, somewhat disreputable.

derelict — full definition

  1. adj Abandoned and left to fall into disrepair.
  2. noun Property, or occasionally a person, abandoned and left with nobody to care for it.

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