What does remiss mean?
Remiss means At fault; failing to fulfill responsibility, duty, or obligations..
Remiss
/ɹəˈmɪs/ · adjective
Meaning
At fault; failing to fulfill responsibility, duty, or obligations..
Definitions by Sense
- At fault; failing to fulfill responsibility, duty, or obligations.
- Not energetic or exact in duty or business; careless; tardy; slack; hence, lacking earnestness or activity; languid; slow.
Example Sentences
It would be remiss of me, in my duties, if I did not give credit where credit was due.
Thou never waſt remiſs, I bear thee witneſs:
Its motion becomes more languid and remiss.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for remiss?
Common synonyms include at fault, blameworthy, lash, lax.
What is the opposite of remiss?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use remiss in a sentence?
It would be remiss of me, in my duties, if I did not give credit where credit was due.
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