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defaulter

 

[ dɪˈfɔːltər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

person

A defaulter is a person who fails to fulfill a duty or obligation, especially a financial one.

Synonyms

debtor, delinquent, nonpayer

Examples of usage

  • The defaulter failed to make the required payment on time.
  • He was labeled a defaulter after missing several loan payments.
Context #2 | Noun

military

In military terms, a defaulter is a person who fails to report for duty or goes absent without leave.

Synonyms

AWOL, absentee, deserter

Examples of usage

  • The soldier was classified as a defaulter for not showing up for his assigned shift.
  • The defaulter was disciplined for his unauthorized absence.

Translations

Translations of the word "defaulter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inadimplente

🇮🇳 देयकर्ता

🇩🇪 Zahlungssäumiger

🇮🇩 penunggak

🇺🇦 боржник

🇵🇱 dłużnik

🇯🇵 債務不履行者 (さいむふりこうしゃ)

🇫🇷 défaillant

🇪🇸 moroso

🇹🇷 temerrüt eden

🇰🇷 채무 불이행자

🇸🇦 متخلف عن السداد

🇨🇿 neplatič

🇸🇰 neplatič

🇨🇳 违约者 (wéiyuē zhě)

🇸🇮 neplačnik

🇮🇸 vanefndamaður

🇰🇿 қарызгер

🇬🇪 დეფოლტი

🇦🇿 ödəməyən şəxs

🇲🇽 moroso

Word origin

The term 'defaulter' originated in the late 16th century from the word 'default', which comes from the Old French word 'defaute', meaning failure or lack. Over time, the term evolved to refer to individuals who fail to meet their obligations, whether financial or military. The concept of defaulting on payments has been a common issue throughout history, leading to the development of systems to address and penalize defaulters.

See also: defaulted.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,885, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.