Delinquency

/dɪlˈɪnkwənsi/

/dɪˈɫɪŋkwənsi/

Delinquency

a minor crime or misdeed, especially of a young person

a tendency to be negligent and uncaring

nonpayment of a debt when due

Examples

1. A month later, delinquency had fallen by a 90%.

2. Auto loan delinquencies have also been rising back towards the post crisis highs.

3. It also has an impact on delinquency.

4. For a misdemeanor, contributing to the delinquency of a minor.