delinquent
UK/di'liŋkwәnt/US
GREC1
Definitions
n.
A person, especially a young one, who breaks rules or laws
违法者，行为不良者
adj.
Failing to obey rules or laws; late in paying a debt or fulfilling an obligation
行为不良的；拖欠的，失职的
Root Breakdown
delinquentother
=delinquent
Common Collocations
- 1.delinquent student行为不良学生
- 2.delinquent payment拖欠款项
Example Sentences
- 1.
The delinquent teenager was required to participate in community service programs.
- 2.
Delinquent payments can damage your credit score and financial standing.