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ignore vs neglect

neglect vs ignore

ignore is not a noun while neglect is a noun.

ignore and neglect both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ignore No No Yes No
neglect Yes No Yes No
As verbs, ignore and neglect are synonyms defined as:
  • ignore and neglect: give little or no attention to
Other synonyms of ignore include disregard.
ignore (noun) neglect (noun)
failure to act with the prudence that a reasonable person would exercise under the same circumstances
willful lack of care and attention
the trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern
lack of attention and due care
the state of something that has been unused and neglected
ignore (verb) neglect (verb)
be ignorant of or in the dark about leave undone or leave out
give little or no attention to give little or no attention to
bar from attention or consideration fail to attend to
refuse to acknowledge fail to do something; leave something undone
fail to notice
Difference between ignore and neglect

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