delinquent
noun | /delinquent/
a (usually young) person who regularly performs illegal or immoral acts
delinquent
noun | /delinquent/
Advanced WordsMEDIUMa (usually young) person who regularly performs illegal or immoral acts
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"The program aims to rehabilitate juvenile delinquents."
"Delinquent behaviour often stems from lack of opportunity and guidance."
Mnemonic Trick
DELINQUENT → DE + LINGER — someone who strays into wrong acts regularly.
Etymology
From Latin delinquir “to fail in duty.”
Used for young lawbreakers or those neglecting obligations.
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