
Laxity
Negative Connotation
Laxity implies a criticism, suggesting someone did not care enough to be strict.

Their laxity in security measures led to a data breach.
Corporate Context
Often used in business to criticize poor management or lack of rules.

The audit revealed laxity in the financial department.
Non-Criminal
Laxity doesn't imply illegal activity, just a casual or negligent attitude.

The teacher's laxity allowed students to submit assignments late.
Compare with
CarelessComplacencyIndifferenceLeniencyNegligenceNonchalanceSlackness
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