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cared-for

Definitions of cared-for
  1. adjective
    having needed care and attention
    “well-cared-for children”
    synonyms:
    attended, tended to
    having a caretaker or other watcher
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    antonyms:
    uncared-for
    lacking needed care and attention
    neglected, unattended
    lacking a caretaker
    untended
    lacking care and attention
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