Neglisjeres

Neglisjeres is a Norwegian verb form meaning “is neglected” or “is being neglected.” It is the present passive form of the verb neglisjere and is used to indicate that something receives little or no attention from people, institutions, or processes.

Etymology: The verb neglisjere is derived from Latin neglegere (to disregard), through the development of European languages into modern Norwegian. The present passive form neglisjeres is used to describe the subject of a sentence in the present tense without specifying an agent.

Usage: The term appears in political, administrative, social, and academic writing to describe overlooked issues, neglected resources, or ignored policies. It is often used in analytical or evaluative contexts to signal that attention or action is warranted. The related noun neglisjering denotes neglect or disregard; the opposite action can be described as prioritizing or addressing the matter.

Examples: The resources are neglisjeres by the authorities. In the report, climate-related risks are criticized for being neglisjert, or neglected, in planning. Cultural heritage sites risk neglisjeres if maintenance and oversight are not integrated into urban development.

See also: neglisjering; neglect in policy and social contexts; related Norwegian verbs for attention and prioritization.