English dictionary

delinquency

/d/I/'l/I//N/kw/@/ns/i/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

nonpayment of a debt when due

noun.possession

Source: WordNet 3.0
a tendency to be negligent and uncaring

noun.attribute

Examples
He inherited his delinquency from his father.

Synonyms dereliction willful neglect

Source: WordNet 3.0
an antisocial misdeed in violation of the law by a minor

noun.act

Synonyms juvenile delinquency

Source: WordNet 3.0
Failure or omission of duty; a fault; a misdeed; an offense; a misdemeanor; a crime.

noun

Source: webster1913