Vocabulary Entry

delinquent

|noun • adjective

noun

A person who commits a crime or a legal offense, especially a young person.

Example Sentences

"The delinquent was given community service instead of jail time."

"She works with delinquent youths to help them turn their lives around."

"The school reported several incidents involving delinquent behavior."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The delinquent account must be settled by the end of the month."

"His delinquent behavior in school led to a warning from the principal."

"We need to address delinquent payments before they escalate into more significant issues."