Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun delinquency

3 senses of delinquency

Sense 1
delinquency -- (nonpayment of a debt when due)
       => nonpayment, default, nonremittal -- (loss resulting from failure of a debt to be paid)

Sense 2
delinquency, dereliction, willful neglect -- (a tendency to be negligent and uncaring; "he inherited his delinquency from his father"; "his derelictions were not really intended as crimes"; "his adolescent protest consisted of willful neglect of all his responsibilities")
       => negligence, neglect, neglectfulness -- (the trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern)

Sense 3
delinquency, juvenile delinquency -- (an antisocial misdeed in violation of the law by a minor)
       => misbehavior, misbehaviour, misdeed -- (improper or wicked or immoral behavior)