Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uncared-for
Adjective
/ˌʌnˈkɛərd fɔr/
Definition
Not given the attention, care, or maintenance that is needed.
Examples
- The uncared-for garden was overgrown with weeds.
- After years of neglect, the uncared-for house fell into disrepair.
- The dog looked sad and uncared-for, longing for someone to pay attention to it.
Meaning
The term ‘uncared-for’ refers to something or someone that has been neglected or not properly looked after.
Synonyms
- Neglected
- Abandoned
- Forsaken
- Ignored
