Meaning & Definition of Delinquent in English
English⟶
Delinquent
/dɪlɪŋkwənt/
noun
1. A young offender
synonym:
- delinquent,
- juvenile delinquent
adjective
1. Guilty of a misdeed
- "Delinquent minors"
synonym:
- delinquent
2. Failing in what duty requires
- "Derelict (or delinquent) in his duty"
- "Neglectful of his duties"
- "Remiss of you not to pay your bills"
synonym:
- derelict,
- delinquent,
- neglectful,
- remiss
3. Past due
- Not paid at the scheduled time
- "An overdue installment"
- "A delinquent account"
synonym:
- delinquent,
- overdue