Delinquent

The word “delinquent” is a term used to describe someone who has committed a crime or has acted in a way that is against the rules of society. It is a synonym for words like “criminal”, “offender”, and “rogue”.

Examples of usage:

• “The delinquent youth was caught stealing from the store.”
• “The delinquent driver was fined for speeding.”
• “The delinquent behavior of the child was a concern to his parents.”

Note: The word “delinquent” is a somewhat outdated term and is not commonly used in modern times. However, it is still occasionally used in legal and academic contexts.