adj
remiss
ruh-MIHS
Remiss (adj) means Careless or negligent about a duty or responsibility. Example: “It would be remiss of me not to mention the risks involved.”
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Careless or negligent about a duty or responsibility.
"It would be remiss of me not to mention the risks involved."
"The manager was remiss in checking the safety equipment."
How to use remiss
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFailing to do something you were supposed to do — careless about your duty.
When to use it
A formal word, often used in the set phrase "it would be remiss of me..." before mentioning something important.
Common pairings
remiss of me
remiss in his duties
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Etymology
From Latin remissus ("slack, negligent"), the past participle of remittere ("to relax, let go").
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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").
