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delinquency

 

[ dɪˈlɪŋkwənsi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

youth crime prevention

Delinquency refers to minor criminal behavior, typically committed by young people. It includes actions such as vandalism, theft, and drug abuse. Delinquency is often linked to factors like family environment, peer pressure, and socioeconomic status.

Synonyms

misconduct, transgression, wrongdoing

Examples of usage

  • The community implemented programs to reduce delinquency rates among teenagers.
  • Parents play a crucial role in preventing juvenile delinquency.
Context #2 | Noun

financial

Delinquency in the context of finances refers to failure to meet payment obligations on time. This can apply to loans, credit cards, or bills. Delinquency can result in penalties, damaged credit scores, and legal action.

Synonyms

default, nonpayment, overdue

Examples of usage

  • The bank warned the customer about the consequences of loan delinquency.
  • Credit card delinquency can lead to high interest rates.

Translations

Translations of the word "delinquency" in other languages:

🇵🇹 delinquência

🇮🇳 अपराध

🇩🇪 Kriminalität

🇮🇩 kenakalan

🇺🇦 правопорушення

🇵🇱 przestępczość

🇯🇵 非行

🇫🇷 délinquance

🇪🇸 delincuencia

🇹🇷 suç

🇰🇷 비행

🇸🇦 جنح

🇨🇿 delikvence

🇸🇰 delikvencia

🇨🇳 违法行为

🇸🇮 prekršek

🇮🇸 afbrot

🇰🇿 қылмыс

🇬🇪 დანაშაული

🇦🇿 cinayətkarlıq

🇲🇽 delincuencia

Word origin

The word 'delinquency' originated from the Latin word 'delinquentia', which means failure or fault. In the legal context, it was first used to describe criminal behavior in the 17th century. Over time, the term expanded to include financial noncompliance as well. Today, 'delinquency' is widely used in both legal and financial domains to refer to various forms of nonconformity or failure to meet obligations.

See also: delinquent.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,049 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.