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Synonyms of Delinquent

1. Adjective

Sense 1: Guilty

Describes someone who is responsible for a wrongdoing or a crime.

Sample Sentence: The court found him guilty of being a delinquent and sentenced him accordingly.

Sense 2: Negligent

Describes someone who fails to fulfill their responsibilities or obligations.

Sample Sentence: A negligent employee can be considered a delinquent in the workplace.

2. Noun

Sense 1: Offender

Refers to a person who has committed a crime or offense.

Sample Sentence: The police apprehended the offender who had been identified as a delinquent in multiple cases.

Sense 2: Miscreant

Refers to a person who behaves immorally or unlawfully.

Sample Sentence: The town's residents were concerned about the increasing number of miscreants becoming delinquents.

3. Verb

Sense 1: Default

Indicates the failure to fulfill an obligation, usually in terms of payment.

Sample Sentence: If you repeatedly default on your loan payments, you may be considered a delinquent borrower.

Sense 2: Transgress

Suggests the violation of a rule or law.

Sample Sentence: Students who constantly transgress the school's code of conduct will be labeled as delinquents.