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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

delinquent

/dɪˈlɪŋkwənt/ adjective, noun · British & US
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What does delinquent mean?

adjective, noun

A person who has failed to fulfill a legal or financial obligation, or a student who has failed to attend school or meet academic requirements. A person who is guilty of a crime or offense.

Example

"The delinquent account was sent to collections after several missed payments."

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