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Meaning of word delinquency from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

delinquency noun

Meaning : Nonpayment of a debt when due.

Meaning : A tendency to be negligent and uncaring.

Example : He inherited his delinquency from his father.
His derelictions were not really intended as crimes.
His adolescent protest consisted of willful neglect of all his responsibilities.

Synonyms : dereliction, willful neglect

Meaning : An antisocial misdeed in violation of the law by a minor.

Synonyms : juvenile delinquency

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