rə̇ˈmis, rēˈ- adjective
Etymology: Middle English, from Latin remissus slack, loose, from past participle of remittere to let go back, relax — more at remit
1. obsolete
a. : liquefied, dissolved
b. : diluted , faint , pale
2. : negligent in the performance of one's work, duty, or duties : careless , inattentive , slack
a remiss correspondent
remiss in paying one's bills
3.
a. : manifesting lack of energy or care or due strictness : unduly lenient : lazy , languid
in one's remiss hours
remiss discipline
b. : showing neglect or inattention : negligently performed : lax
the service in this hotel is very remiss
4. obsolete : gentle , mild , moderate , relaxed
Synonyms: see negligent