释义 |
delinquent
—delinquent /dɪˈlɪŋ.kwənt/
Ⅰ adjective 1 F0 being or behaving in ways that are illegal or not acceptable: » delinquent teenagers» They are carrying out research on the causes of delinquent behaviour among young people.Thesaurus+: ↑Crime - general words2 F0 US FORMAL late (in paying money owed): » She has been delinquent in paying her taxes.Thesaurus+: ↑Borrowing, lending and debt
Ⅱ noun [C] ► F0 a person, usually young, who behaves in a way that is illegal or not acceptable to most people: » juvenile delinquentsThesaurus+: ↑Young peopleThesaurus+: ↑Criminals - general words |