

The delinquent was caught stealing.
A person, usually a young one, who commits crimes or behaves badly.
The delinquent skipped school again.
She was labeled a delinquent after her latest offense.
The judge gave the delinquent a second chance.
juvenile delinquent
delinquent behavior
delinquent act
offender
wrongdoer
troublemaker
He has a delinquent attitude towards his homework.
Describing someone who fails to do what is required, especially in terms of behavior or obligations.
She was labeled as a delinquent for skipping school.
His delinquent behavior got him into trouble with the law.
The delinquent child often ignored his parents' rules.
delinquent behavior
delinquent child
delinquent account
offending
misbehaving
irresponsible