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Synonyms for delinquency

Synonyms for (noun) delinquency

Synonyms: juvenile delinquency, delinquency Definition: an antisocial misdeed in violation of the law by a minor

Similar words: misbehavior, misbehaviour, misdeed Definition: improper or wicked or immoral behavior

Synonyms: willful neglect, delinquency, dereliction Definition: a tendency to be negligent and uncaring Usage: 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

Similar words: neglect, neglectfulness, negligence Definition: the trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern

Synonyms: delinquency Definition: nonpayment of a debt when due

Similar words: default, nonpayment, nonremittal Definition: loss resulting from failure of a debt to be paid