Delinquent ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Delinquent ( adjective )

1. Failing in or neglecting a duty or responsibility.
2. Having or showing a tendency to commit crimes or other antisocial acts.

Origin:

Late 16th century (in the sense "neglecting one's duty"): from latin delinquent- "offending, committing a fault", from the verb delinquere, from de- "away" + linquere "leave".

Examples:

1. The delinquent student was suspended for not handing in his homework.
2. The delinquent employee was fired for missing too many days of work.
3. The delinquent behavior of the youth caused concern among the neighborhood.
4. The delinquent tax payment resulted in a fine.
5. The delinquent borrower defaulted on his loan.

(As a noun)

Delinquent ( noun )

1. Failing in or neglecting a duty or responsibility.
2. Having or showing a tendency to commit crimes or other antisocial acts.

Origin:

Late 16th century (in the sense "neglecting one's duty"): from latin delinquent- "offending, committing a fault", from the verb delinquere, from de- "away" + linquere "leave".

Examples:

1. The delinquent student was suspended for not handing in his homework.
2. The delinquent employee was fired for missing too many days of work.
3. The delinquent behavior of the youth caused concern among the neighborhood.
4. The delinquent tax payment resulted in a fine.
5. The delinquent borrower defaulted on his loan.