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inattention vs disregard

disregard vs inattention

inattention and disregard both are nouns.

inattention is not a verb while disregard is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
inattention Yes No No No
disregard Yes No Yes No
As nouns, disregard is a hyponym of inattention; that is, disregard is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than inattention:
  • inattention: lack of attention
  • disregard: lack of attention and due care
Other hyponyms of inattention include heedlessness, inattentiveness, distraction, neglect.
inattention (noun) disregard (noun)
lack of attention willful lack of care and attention
lack of attention and due care
inattention (verb) disregard (verb)
give little or no attention to
bar from attention or consideration
refuse to acknowledge
Difference between inattention and disregard

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