Meaning of the word delinquent in English
What does delinquent mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
delinquent
US /dɪˈlɪŋ.kwənt/
UK /dɪˈlɪŋ.kwənt/
Noun
1.
a person, usually young, who behaves in a way that is illegal or not acceptable to most people:
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juvenile delinquents
Adjective
1.
illegal or not acceptable, or behaving in a way that is illegal or not acceptable:
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They are carrying out research on the causes of delinquent behavior among young people.
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