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Understanding Dereliction: Definition, Examples, and Synonyms

Dereliction is a noun that refers to the act of neglecting or abandoning something that is one's responsibility or duty. It can also refer to the state of being neglected or abandoned.

Examples:

* The owner of the property was accused of dereliction for failing to maintain the building.
* The government was criticized for its dereliction in addressing the economic crisis.
* The company was found guilty of dereliction of duty for not providing adequate safety measures for their employees.

Synonyms: negligence, default, oversight, failure to perform duty.

Antonyms: attention, care, diligence, responsibility.

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